About HHS

Employment

The Houston Humane Society is searching for energetic, compassionate and dedicated people to join our efforts in ending the cruelty, abuse and overpopulation of animals. We offer competitive salaries and a comprehensive package of benefits to full time employees.

Director of Development

The Director of Development will serve as senior administrative officer responsible for planning, implementation, management, and oversight of all development and marketing activities including fundraising and donor relations, capital campaign, annual campaign, major gifts, endowment, and supervision of development staff. This individual reports to the Executive Director, and works collaboratively with Houston Humane Society board, staff, administration, volunteers, and prospective donors The Director’s primary areas of focus are the cultivation of major donor gifts and development of $20-25 million capital campaign. He or she will build innovative fundraising and marketing approaches that reflect Houston Humane Society’s culture, identity and personality. The Director will oversee the business operations of the department, including developing and administering operating and capital budgets in the areas of fundraising, communications, and marketing donor/funder research and relationship management, board and designated committee communications, database maintenance, direct mail, events, public relations, communications/marketing, and campaign design and implementation. He or she will participate in these activities along with overseeing and managing staff.

Bachelor’s degree in marketing, communications, business management, public relations or related field required. No less than 5 years of fundraising experience. Non-profit experience is preferred. Creative, enthusiastic and outgoing professional who enjoys interacting with donors, senior administrators, and community leaders. Ability to manage difficult or complex situations and/or people with tact, confidence and diplomacy. Ability to travel to meet with donors and prospective donors throughout Houston and to travel throughout the region for occasional needs. Excellent writing and computer skills needed. Proficient in all Microsoft Office programs Effective oral and written communication skills. Strong organizational skills and detail focused. Self-starter who can work independently as well as with a team and can operate in a changing environment, following timelines and meeting deadlines. Ability to attend evening and weekend donor functions. Demonstrated success in closing five-, six- and seven- figure gifts.

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Marketing Manager

The Houston Humane Society is seeking an accomplished Marketing Manager who has at least 2 years of marketing experience, to set and guide the strategy for all marketing resources and collateral relating to Houston Humane Society's mission. The position is an “in-house” leadership role within a complex (number and variety of constituents) nonprofit entity, with the ability to take knowledge and transform it into exciting and useful messages, and disseminating it to the right audiences through the best distribution channels. The Marketing Manager will report to the Development Director and work closely with HHS management as a partner on a variety of strategic initiatives.

Bachelor’s degree in marketing/advertising, or the equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired. 2 to 5 years of experience managing complex, quick-paced marketing projects in business is required. Demonstrated ability in handling multiple priorities, project management and meeting deadlines as well as strong planning and organizational skills. Sincere commitment to work collaboratively with all constituent groups, including staff, volunteers, donors, program participants, and other supporters. Excellent writing/editing and verbal communication skills

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Full-Time Veterinarian

The Houston Humane Society is looking for an experienced DVM to join our team. Work in a well-equipped spay/neuter clinic with highly skilled staff. Must be available for high-volume spay/neuter work and capable of performing surgeries daily. Assisting with exams, diagnostics, lab work, administering vaccines, and medical treatments for general public and sheltered animals will be included. Exotic and large animal experience prefered but not required.

Must be a positive, energetic team player capable of thriving in a fast-paced environment. Strong work ethic and commitment to our mission to end pet overpopulation is paramount. Candidate must possess a DVM/VMD degree and be licensed to practice in Texas and also procure DEA license. Candidate must be able to work weekends. We offer excellent support staff, clean, well equipped facilities and competitive wages. Become part of our highly successful spay/neuter team!

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Fundraising Manager

The Houston Humane Society is looking for an Advancement Manager to take responsibility for development, managing, and administering the organizations’ fund development. Under the leadership of the Development Director and Executive Director, the Advancement Manager will implement short and long term fundraising plans by managing major donor, corporate and business, foundation, endowment, special event, and direct mail efforts. The Advancement Manager should capitalize on networking opportunities in order to maintain and grow existing relationships with donors, sponsors, and partners, while also working to expand our community engagement, find untapped resources, and recruit new champions for the organization. This person is expected to have effective written and verbal communication skills as to also be effective at developing and delivering presentations, letters, and engagement campaigns. This position will require participation in all steps of the grant process including research, proposal generation, calendar management, revenue and expenditure tracking, and status reports.

Requirements include at least three years’ experience in fundraising and nonprofit organizations including major gifts fundraising. In addition to always maintaining a positive and professional demeanor as a public representative of the organization, applications must be prepared to adhere to the highest ethical standards while interacting with highly sensitive organizational finances and donors. Must have demonstrated writing and editing skills, be an experienced public speaker, and have excellent attention to detail. Experience working with Donor Perfect and Microsoft Office is desired, as is being self-motivated, deadline motivated, and adherent to progressive values and social change.

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Special Events Coordinator

Seeking a Special Events Coordinator with strong previous experience planning and implementing both large and small scale events, such as luncheons, galas, fun runs, golf tournaments, and high-profile meetings. Coordinator must be highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent project and time management skills.

The ideal candidate must have a proven ability to meet tight deadlines and communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management. He/she must be a quick and productive multitasker able to anticipate departmental needs and take charge in a sometime challenging environment. Individual must be independent problem solver and remain poised in a fast pace environment.

Bachelor's Degree preferred.

At least 3 years of experience event planning in a fast-paced corporate and/or non-profit setting.

Applicant must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills to liaise with all levels of management and staff, and a proven ability to take projects from inception to completion while simultaneously executing competing priorities, both independently and alongside a team.

Must be a resourceful problem solver with excellent decision-making skills and a high level of discretion regarding sensitive or confidential information. Must be able to build strong relationships and operate under result-oriented methodology.

Needs to be confident, outgoing, professional, good-humored.

Excellent computer skills needed and must be proficient in all Microsoft Office programs.

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Clinic Receptionist

Full Time Clinic receptionist needed for a fast-paced wellness clinic. Duties include but not limited to: Greeting clients and pets, checking in clients, answering phone, providing information and scheduling appointments over the phone and in person, as well as light cleaning.

All applicants must be dependable, hardworking, and compassionate.
Clinic and Shelter experience is preferred. Will need to have computer skills and able to handle customer service for this busy clinic. Bilingual is a plus. Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work weekends.

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Mobile Adoptions Coordinator

It is the responsibility of the Mobile Adoptions Coordinator to; coordinate, organize, prepare and operate Houston Humane Society’s Mobile Adoption Program; to adopt animals and bring public awareness about the Houston Humane Society, its programs and services.

Daily duties include, but are not limited to, screening potential pet adopters, reviewing applications, filing paperwork, educating adopters about their pet’s needs, and driving to events. A valid driver’s license, animal experience, organizational and computer skills and strong customer service is required. Bilingual is a plus. Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work weekends.

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Full Time Bilingual Adoption Counselor

Full Time Bilingual Adoption Counselor needed to help our animals find their perfect home. Daily duties include, but are not limited to, screening potential pet adopters, reviewing applications, filing paperwork, introducing pets to potential adopters, and educating adopters about their pet’s needs. Animal experience, organizational and computer skills and strong customer service is required. Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and work weekday and weekends. Pay rate $10.00 /hour

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

Full Time Animal Caretakers - Cleaning

The Houston Humane Society is seeking individuals to work in the inside animal adoption areas and outside kennels. Applicants must be willing to perform daily cleaning of the animal housing areas. This includes, but not limited to; moving animals so that rooms and kennels can be cleaned, removing waste, cleaning, disinfecting and drying each room and kennel, providing food and water, replacing bedding and moving animals back into their room or kennel. Applicants must also perform janitorial duties, removing trash, sweeping and moping. Applicants must be able to handle and restrain dogs, cats and small mammals so previous experience working with animals is preferred but not required. Pay rate is $10 an hour.

To be considered, please send your resume and cover letter to jobs@houstonhumane.org.

The Houston Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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