Health and well-being
Caring for team members is core to our success. We offer cost-effective medical, life, dental and vision insurance options, a paid Employee Assistance Program and more to eligible employees.
Career opportunities
Thank you for your interest in joining our team of more than 50 animal lovers working to further the safe, compassionate and responsible relationship between animals and people.
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Complete our online application process. For full consideration, submit your resume, cover letter, availability and salary requirements. If you are interested in multiple positions, submit a separate application for each. Apply Now!
Animal Protection and Control Officer
Our Animal Control Officers are responsible for enforcing State, County and City codes and ordinances governing animal control functions (e.g. field enforcement, licensing, animals at large, animal bite investigations, etc.) and include animal handling and constraint. The position also performs the duties of an Animal Control Dispatcher.
Hiring range begins at $14.21 per hour (non-certified) and higher for Colorado certified candidates with applicable experience.
Closes when filled. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements and days and times of work availability.
Client Services Representative
Our CSRs represent the Organization in a professional and courteous manner and provide quality service at the Shelter’s front desk. The job requires great customer service skills, both in person and over the phone.
Hiring range begins at $12.60 per hour.
Closes when filled. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements and days and times of work availability.
Maintenance Technician I
A new position, the Maintenance Technician I will assist the Facility and Maintenance Supervisor in ensuring proper maintenance of the Shelter’s building(s), grounds and equipment. Under the direction of the Supervisor, safely completes tasks and maintenance tickets related to landscaping, janitorial and facility operation. Performs designated maintenance and facility tasks and assists with vendor, contractor and volunteer worker oversite as directed. Schedule is 40 hours per week, generally Tuesday through Saturday with additional weekend and evening hours as required.
Hiring range is $13.50 to $15.00 per hour.
Closes when filled. Please include cover letter with salary requirements and days and times of work availability.
Animal Care Technician
Are you looking for a career in animal welfare? Consider joining Larimer Humane Society’s Animal Care Technician (ACT) team! Our ACTs are responsible for the daily care of Shelter animals as well as habitat cleaning. Animal care positions involve a significant amount of animal interaction and physical labor with limited sedentary work. Animals in our care include dogs, cats, small mammals, exotic animals, barnyard animals and more. Work shifts vary and include at least one weekend day as the positions generally provide animal care coverage from 7:30am to 7:30pm Monday through Friday and from 7:30am to 5:30pm Saturday and Sunday. Some holiday work will be required. Regular full-time (40 hours), non-exempt, hourly position.
Hiring range begins at $12.60 per hour. Closes when filled.
Closes when filled or February 28, 2020. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements, days and times of work availability and start date availability.
Animal Behavior Coordinator
Reporting to our Animal Behavior Supervisor, our Behavior Coordinators serve as resources for basic animal behavior for the Shelter. Evaluation responsibilities include evaluating animals for outcomes including adoption, foster care, transfer, medical attention and more. Members of our Behavior Team also develop and implement programs and practices to meet the enrichment needs of companion animals including dogs, cats, small mammals, reptiles and more. There is a significant amount of animal interaction required in the job, as well as training and supervision of volunteers. Additional duties include communicating with clients in person, by phone and through email and assisting in the creation of basic help guides for clients and animal foster volunteers. Requirements include a minimum of an Associate degree in biology, the animal sciences, animal husbandry, veterinary-technician studies or an associated field of study OR equivalent and applicable work experience in addition to a high school diploma. A minimum of over one year work experience in animal welfare OR 8 months of current experience with Larimer Humane Society. Customer service and animal handling, too.
Previous animal behavior evaluation and /or enrichment experience desired, Chameleon software experience a plus and previous veterinary assistant or technician experience is helpful as is euthanasia experience. Emotional intelligence, work ethics and work integrity required. The regular work schedule is five days a week including one weekend day. Overtime and attendance at some events will be required. Must be 21 years of age due to insurance requirements. Regular full-time (40 hours), non-exempt, hourly position.
Hiring range begins at $14.00 per hour.
Closes when filled or March 31, 2020. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements, days and hours of work availability and start date availability.
Animal Foster and Transfer Coordinator
We are seeking qualified applicants for the position of Foster and Transfer Coordinator. This Larimer Humane Society position is responsible for coordination of the Shelter’s animal foster care and animal transfer programs. Primary areas of responsibility include coordination and completion of foster care appointments, response to foster volunteer needs and working with animal transfer partners. Tasks include foster care volunteer home inspections, foster volunteer recruiting, training and supervising, and coordinating the movement of animals in and out of foster care and to and from transfer partners. There is a significant amount of animal handling involved. The ability to drive a transfer van for long distances and stay overnight at out of town locations as needed, is also a job expectation. Requirements include an Associate Degree in biology, animal behavior, animal husbandry, veterinary technician studies, a related field or equivalent applicable work experience. Previous experience involving customer service and companion animal care and handling is required. Neonatal animal care experience is helpful and animal welfare experience is preferred. Euthanasia and vaccination certification and/or experience is desirable. Emotional intelligence, work ethics and work integrity required. The regular work schedule for the job will be five days a week including one weekend day. Overtime, attendance at select events, and travel as needed is required. Must be 21 years of age due to insurance requirements. Regular full-time (40 hours), non-exempt, hourly position.
Hiring range begins at $14.00 per hour and may be negotiable commensurate with applicable experience.
Closes when filled or February 28, 2020. Please include a cover letter with salary requirements, days and hours of work availability and start date availability.
Benefits and perks
Coverage for the planned and unexpected
Life events, from having a baby to having a skiing accident, can create setbacks. We help by providing short-term and long-term disability coverage for eligible employees after a year of service.
Retirement
Hard work today deserves rewards for tomorrow. We encourage employees to invest in their futures by offering a 403B retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
Paid Time-off
Everyone needs the opportunity to rest, relax and recharge. We support time away from work by providing team members with paid time off and paid holidays.
Professional Development
Career growth comes with learning curves. We help staff members reach their potential through coaching, training and professional development.
Pet Adoption
It’s no surprise that everyone here loves animals. We encourage team members to take the mission home by offering free pet adoptions.
