Animal Evaluator - Northern Campuses

Wisconsin Humane Society; Green Bay, Sturgeon Bay (WI, WI); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan with company‑m­

Job summary

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring a full-time Animal Evaluator at the Green Bay campus. This role is part of the behavior team and focuses on the behavioral wellbeing of our animals through training, assessment, and enrichment.

Reporting to the Director of Behavior and Training, the Animal Evaluator will work at Green Bay and Door County Campuses and contribute to a supportive, mission-driven team that cares for animals and engages with the community.

Qualifications

• Experience with positive reinforcement dog training or work with animals in a professional setting such as a zoo or animal shelter.
• General knowledge of dog and cat body language and behavior.
• Certification in dog training and behavioral counseling is a plus.
• Demonstrated alignment with WHS values: compassion, respect, kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and a positive approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform behavior assessments and data gathering in an efficient and timely manner.
• Prepare accurate behavior reports and profiles using objective language.
• Provide enrichment and behavior modification to animals as needed.
• Support the community, staff, volunteers, and foster parents by answering inquiries and providing resources on animal behavior.
• Provide animal handling trainings to all new staff and volunteers.

Skills

Positive reinforcement dog training

Animal behavior knowledge

Communication with staff and public

Education

Dog training certification

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Green Bay Campus - Green Bay, WI, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $17.50 - $21.75Hourly, Job Category: Nonprofit - Social Services, How you’ll impact our mission:

The Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) is hiring a full-time Animal Evaluator. This position is part of behavior team and is responsible for the behavioral wellbeing of our animals through training, assessment and enrichment. The Animal Evaluator position reports to the Director of Behavior and Training and will work at the Green Bay and Door County Campuses. If you’re looking for a rewarding career that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of animals and people while working alongside a supportive team.

Key accountabilities:

• Perform behavior assessments and data gathering in an efficient and timely manner
• Prepare accurate behavior reports and profiles using objective language
• Provide enrichment and behavior modification to animals as needed
• Support the community, staff, volunteers, and foster parents by answering inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior and provide additional resources to address concerns
• Provide animal handling trainings to all new staff and volunteers in a group setting
• Demonstrate safe and proper animal handling at all times

Qualifications:

• Experience with positive reinforcement dog training or work with animals in a professional setting, such as a zoo or animal shelter
• General knowledge of dog and cat body language and behavior
• Certification in dog training and behavioral counseling a plus
• Demonstrated alignment with our mission, people-centered philosophy, and organizational values of compassion, respect, and kindness; innovation; professionalism; equity; and positive approach
• Ability to navigate emotional aspects of animal welfare work
• Able to successfully meet the physical demands of the job, which include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, standing, walking, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Must be able to routinely lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Available to work Monday-Friday, 7:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. and occasional evening and weekend work is required, and the frequency may fluctuate throughout the year.

Hiring Range:$17.50 - $21.75

Benefits for our full-time staff:

• Paid time off, including vacation, wellness, and holiday time
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with company match
• Paid family leave
• Group term and voluntary life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Flexible spending plans
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Supplemental benefits to cover unexpected expenses

Benefits for all staff:

• 403(b) retirement plan
• Mental health and counseling support: all employees and members of their household have access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with six free counseling sessions per year
• Limited low-cost wellness and veterinary care services for staff members’ animals
• Discounts on adoption fees, training classes, youth programs, retail and events
• Support for student loans: WHS is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) qualified employer.

Come see why over 280 staff call WHS home! You’ll be happy you did!

About us:

TheWisconsin Humane Society(WHS) is the oldest and largest shelter in Wisconsin.It was founded in 1879 and operates shelters in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Door, Brown, and Kenosha Counties, as well as a Spay/Neuter Clinic in West Allisand a wildlife rehabilitation center in Milwaukee.The organization offers adoption services, youth programs, low-cost veterinary resources, retail stores, volunteer programs, dog training classes, and much more. WHS is an independent nonprofit and receives no general government funding and is not part of any national umbrella group.

The Wisconsin Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.