Feline Behavior Associate

Feline Behavior Associate (32 Hours/Week)

$23.43 - $26.03 per hour DOE
$1.00/hour Spanish bilingual premium

Please include your resume and a cover letter when applying - thank you!

At Marin Humane, our work goes far beyond caring for animals. Every member of our team plays an important role in strengthening the bond between people and pets and creating more compassionate communities.

We’re looking for a compassionate, knowledgeable, and collaborative Feline Behavior Associate to help cats thrive—both in our shelter and in the homes of the people who love them. If you’re passionate about feline behavior, enjoy educating and supporting pet guardians, and want to make a meaningful impact on the lives of cats every day, we’d love to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

Working closely with our Feline Behavior Program Manager, you’ll help improve outcomes for shelter cats while providing valuable behavior support and education to adopters, pet owners, volunteers, and the community. Your work will include:

·        Developing behavior plans and enrichment strategies for shelter cats

·        Conducting behavior consultations by phone, in person, and occasionally in clients’ homes

·        Supporting successful adoptions through pre-adoption counseling

·        Training and mentoring volunteers who work with cats

·        Teaching workshops and presentations on feline behavior

·        Creating educational materials and resources for the public

·        Collaborating with Animal Care, Adoptions, and other departments to help cats succeed

We're Looking For Someone Who:

·        Has hands-on experience working with cats in a shelter, rescue, veterinary, or behavior setting

·        Understands feline behavior and enjoys solving behavior challenges

·        Communicates with empathy, patience, and professionalism

·        Enjoys educating and supporting people from diverse backgrounds

·        Is organized, adaptable, and comfortable balancing multiple priorities

·        Values teamwork and a collaborative work environment

·        Has strong written and verbal communication skills

·        Is eager to continue learning and growing professionally

Spanish bilingual skills are highly valued, and qualified bilingual candidates receive an additional $1.00 per hour.

Why Marin Humane?

Our mission is to transform lives through exceptional animal care, humane education, and advocacy. We are guided by our core values of Dedication to Animals, Collaborative Spirit, Courage with Compassion, Pursuit of Learning, and Celebrating Differences. We believe diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging strengthen our organization, and we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered.

Benefits

Employees working 30 hours per week enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

·        Medical, dental, and vision insurance

·        Marin Humane-paid life and long-term disability insurance

·        403(b) retirement plan with employer matching

·        Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave

·        Sabbatical program

·        Employee Assistance Program

·        Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Ready to Make a Difference

If you’re passionate about helping cats and the people who care for them, we’d love to welcome you to our team.

Apply today and help transform lives—one cat at a time.

Salary : $23 - $26