Pet Resource Coordinator

Are you passionate about keeping pets with the people who love them while helping animals in need find safe, appropriate placement? The Connecticut Humane Society (CHS) is looking for a compassionate, organized, and resourceful Pet Resource Coordinator to help expand our impact through community partnerships, surrender diversion, animal transport, animal control support, and rescue placement.

In this rewarding role, youll work collaboratively with CHS shelter and clinic teams, animal control officers, veterinary partners, and rescue organizations to connect pets and their families with the resources they need. From coordinating medical assistance and crisis foster placements to facilitating transport and finding alternative placement options for animals, youll play an important role in improving outcomes for pets throughout our community.

If youre a proactive problem-solver who thrives on building relationships and finding creative solutions to help animals, wed love to hear from you!

What Youll Do

- Collaborate with CHS shelter and clinic locations, veterinary partners, and community organizations to respond to requests for medical assistance and crisis fostering for owned pets.

- Review applications for financial assistance and help identify resources that may allow families to keep their pets when appropriate.

- Coordinate CHSs animal transport program, building and maintaining relationships with partner shelters and rescue organizations.

- Work with department managers to identify animals suitable for transport and adoption through CHS.

- Ensure all required documentation is completed accurately and in compliance with applicable state requirements and organizational policies.

- Follow up on the final disposition of transported animals and work with management to resolve challenges as they arise.

- Assist with transport setup and coordination, behavior assessments, and intake processing as needed.

- Partner with animal control officers (ACOs) and CHS shelter and medical teams to coordinate appropriate intake, medical support, and services for animals in accordance with organizational policies.

- Collaborate with department managers to identify appropriate placement options for animals who may not be a fit for CHS programs.

- Build relationships with rescue organizations and coordinate medical support for animals being placed with rescue partners. Share surplus supplies and other available resources with rescue organizations when possible.

Make a Difference for Animals and the People Who Love Them

At the Connecticut Humane Society, animal welfare extends beyond our centers walls. Through community support, strong partnerships, and innovative placement programs, we can help more pets receive the care they need and find the right path forward.

If youre ready to put your organizational skills, compassion, and commitment to animal welfare to work in a role that makes a meaningful difference, we encourage you to apply!

Full-time position with benefits.

Connecticut Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.

Qualifications

What Youll Bring

- Experience: One to three years of experience in animal adoption, veterinary medicine, and/or animal behavior is preferred.

- Education: A bachelors degree in animal science, animal behavior, or a related field is preferred.

- Technology Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and database management.

- Communication Skills: Strong interpersonal and communication skills, addresses challenges directly, acknowledges errors, and takes responsibility for outcomes.

- Problem-Solving: A resourceful, solutions-oriented approach to complex situations involving animals and their families.

- Teamwork: The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across departments and with external partners.