The Houston SPCA Employment Opportunities

We require a signed, completed employment application before we verify previous employment.  Human Resources staff are not able to meet with applicants turning in applications. No phone calls please. 

Applications are available at our adoption desk during operational hours.

Due to the high volume of applications received, only serious applicants will be called in for interviews.

SMILING FACES WANTED

Staff Veterinarian
Houston SPCA seeks experienced, energetic Texas-licensed DVM to join three doctor team.  We provide an interesting and varied caseload.  Heavy surgery, evaluation and treatment of animals from cruelty cases and support of overall health program for shelter animals.  Competitive salary and benefits package includes vacation, sick/personal time, medical/dental, retirement, CE and more.  New grads considered.  The Houston SPCA is a not-for-profit corporation.  Our centrally located campus includes a 40,000 s.f. facility near Memorial Park with planned state-of-the art hospital expansion.  Contact Cynthia Ford, VP of Human Resources at cford@hspca.org or 713.869.7722 ext. 129.

Accounting/Payroll Administrator
The Houston SPCA seeks an Accounting/Payroll Administrator to manage bi-weekly payroll including tracking of  time and attendance and accrual of vacation/paid time off benefit.  The role is also responsible for processing the organization’s accounts receivables/accounts payables and daily reconciliation of revenue from adoptions, admissions and donations. 
The successful candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and 3-5 years of experience, preferably in a retail environment.   Individual must be able to manage multiple priorities, be customer service oriented and extremely detail oriented.  Although previous experience in an animal welfare environment is not required, the individual must support the Houston SPCA’s mission to promote commitment to and respect for all animals and free them from suffering, abuse and exploitation.  Salary DOE.  Competitive benefits. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs.  No calls please.

Manager
The Houston SPCA is seeking candidates for a management position in support of its mission to promote commitment to and respect for all animals and free them from suffering, abuse and exploitation.
Successful candidates will have experience managing in a fast paced, customer driven environment.  Position requires the ability to manage multiple priorities, lead, develop and motivate a diverse staff, build teams and resolve conflict.   Strong computer skills, phone skills, organizational skills and time management are a must. Previous experience working in the animal welfare field desired, but not required. Position is full time, requiring weekend work.  Position reports to the Vice President of Animal Welfare.  Salary is commensurate with experience.   Competitive benefits package. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs.  No calls please.

Clinic Technician
We are seeking an experienced technician for our admissions department.  This position requires the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with the general public, give vaccinations, draw blood, administer medications and perform general physical examinations on all animals entering our facility.  Euthanasia is a required part of the job and applicants will need to be euthanasia certified within four months of hire. The position will also require general cleaning and organization.  A degree from an accredited school of veterinary technology is desired but not required. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs

Successful candidates will have excellent planning and project management competencies, strong analytical skills, the capacity to understand report metrics and the ability to create plans, execute them and achieve results.  Position will report to the Vice President of Communications and Development.  Salary commensurate with experience.  Competitive benefits package. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs

E-Communications Manager
The Houston SPCA is seeking candidates for the E-Communications Manager position.  The focus of this position is to oversee all electronic communications that support the Houston SPCA’s strategic goals and strengthen outreach efforts.  This position requires a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years experience in web administration, e-communications, online advertising, marketing, promotion, PR or similar field required.  Knowledge of the Convio Platform, including TeamRaiser function required as well as functional knowledge of HTML/CSS and web analytic platforms required.

Grant Writer
The Houston SPCA is seeking candidates for the position of Grant Writer.  Under the supervision of the Vice President of Communication and Development, this successful candidate  facilitates research and development, writes, reviews, and edits departmental and/or institutional grant proposals; conducts basic research for potential funding sources and maintains databases; supports staff and leadership team in developing proposals.

Bachelor's degree supplemented with 1 year of related working experience. Candidatemust have basic knowledge of grant guidelines with excellent writing and research skills. Salary commensurate with experience.  Competitive benefits package. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs  

Foster Care Coordinator
The Houston SPCA is seeking candidates for the Foster Care Coordinator position.   The primary goal of the foster care program is to find temporary homes for animals that are not yet eligible for adoption due to injury, illness or other special needs.  The Foster Care Coordinator will work with existing partners, such as rescue groups and current Houston SPCA volunteers to make successful temporary placements.  The Foster Care Coordinator will also cultivate new relationships with individuals and organizations to ensure that placements will be available for any animal in need. 

Since the Foster Care coordinator will have complete program oversight, to include reporting statistics and recruitment and management of volunteer staff, excellent relationship management and customer service skills are key. Individuals must be detail oriented, able to manage multiple priorities and manage conflict.   Strong computer skills, phone skills, organizational skills and time management are a must. Previous experience working in the animal welfare field desired, but not required. Position is full time, requiring weekend work.  Position reports to the Vice President of Animal Welfare.  Salary is commensurate with experience.   Competitive benefits package. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs

Client Care Team Member
Will provide customer service support to community members interested in adoptions or needing general information on the services provided by the Houston SPCA.  Must be able to stand for long periods of time.  Must have strong computer/data entry skills.  Previous customer services and or cashier experience required.  $8/hour. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs
 

Animal Care Department Openings
$8/hour, full time positions, able to work weekends, some overtime, benefits package, animal experience preferred, able to work with all kinds of animals, excellent customer service a must, looking for dedicated, hardworking individuals with an interest in animal welfare. Resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs

The Houston SPCA offers a comprehensive benefit package to our full-time employees, which is regularly reviewed to ensure that it meets the ongoing needs of our employees and remains competitive in the industry.
Our benefits include the following:

• Healthcare Insurance. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage to our full-time employees and their legal dependents. Premiums are deducted on a pre-tax basis, resulting in additional savings to employees. 
• Life Insurance. We provide basic life insurance. We also offer additional optional life coverage to employees and their dependents. 
• Retirement Plan. We offer a competitive 403(b) Plan; an employer match for employee contributions to this plan is available. 
• Paid Vacation. Full-time employees are provided with a minimum of two weeks of paid vacation accrual per year. 
• Paid Holidays & Sick Leave 
• Employee Outreach and Assistance Programs

This is a brief summary only of current benefits. Please note that these benefits are subject to change at any time.

Serious applicants please complete the Houston SPCA Application for Employment. You can complete or Online Employment Application,  download the application or resumes can be e-mailed to SPCA Jobs.

No phone calls please

The Houston SPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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