Description

The San Francisco SPCA was founded on the principle that a small group of people, working together and working strategically, could make a huge impact on the lives of animals. Over the last century and a half, that has proven to be true. We’ve set out to achieve a goal of impacting 5 million lives in 10 years with what we call Vision 2030. We are not only impacting lives in San Francisco, but also expanding our reach throughout the state of California. To achieve this goal, access to basic veterinary care will be imperative. 

The Spay/Neuter Coordinator will be instrumental in expanding our impact in Stockton by connecting low and no-cost spay and neuter with the animals who need it most. This position will collaborate with veterinary clinical staff, service providers, community members, and Stockton shelters to establish new partnerships and ensure the efficient utilization of all available spay/neuter appointments. This is a new role that may evolve as the needs of the community change. Full time preferred; part time considered for the right candidate.

Responsibilities

• Identify and fill available spay/neuter appointments through local service providers
• Schedule SF-based and/or locally based veterinary staff and volunteers for spay/neuter clinic days
• Coordinate transportation of animals to and from spay/neuter appointments
• Engage with community members to discuss spaying and neutering pets, and direct them to resources
• Fill shifts at Stockton spay/neuter clinics organized by SF SPCA - Previous experience in High Quality High Volume Spay Neuter (HQHVSN), animal welfare or shelter setting is preferred
• Assist in recruitment and retention of local, spay/neuter clinical staff
• Facilitate good working relationships with service providers, clinical staff, and shelter representatives through teamwork and collaboration
• Gather data, build reports and present to leadership on progress and impacts of the effort
• Collaborate with volunteers in various activities (i.e. spay/neuter clinics)
• Understand basic veterinary terminology, spay/neuter procedures, and preventative care with ability to explain to clients in laymen’s terms
• Work effectively with individuals and colleagues from diverse communities and cultures 

An outstanding candidate will possess

• 2-3 years clinical experience as a Registered Veterinary Technician or Veterinary Assistant
• Experience working in a HQHVSN or shelter setting
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to motivate people
• Commitment to the mission, values, goals, and success of the San Francisco SPCA
• Ability to comfortably speak before groups of people
• Ability to communicate skillfully and effectively with diverse communities
• Solid computer skills and database experience
• Ability to work in a fast-paced work environment, embrace and foster change, problem solve and multi-task
• Knowledgeable of animal welfare issues
• Thorough understanding of local community

Benefits Include

• PTO and holiday pay
• Student debt benefit program
• Medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance & long-term disability
• Tax-deferred retirement plan
• Pet bereavement leave
• Discounted veterinary care at SF SPCA Veterinary Hospital

About Us

Here for animals since 1868, the San Francisco SPCA is one of the Bay Area’s most respected nonprofit organizations. Iconic and innovative, the SF SPCA offers you the opportunity to join a team committed not only to veterinary excellence, but to a balanced work environment. The San Francisco SPCA welcomes everyone - We know diversity drives innovation and brings new perspectives. We consider our differences valuable assets that help us continually strive to be better at what we do.

Requirements

• Available to work weekends and a non-traditional work schedule
• An active and engaged Stockton citizen committed to advocating for both people and animals
• Ability to work in ambiguity and independently
• Goal-oriented and able to remain calm under pressure
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize competing demands