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Send completed applications to CAC.Manager@brevardhumanesociety.org or drop off at one of our locations.

We’re a passionate animal lovers, dedicated to protecting furry friends and giving them the happy, healthy lives they deserve. As a recognized leader in animal welfare, we offer more than just a job. We offer a purpose, a team that feels like family, and a workplace full of heart (and more than a few happy tail wags).

Our team is creative, compassionate, and driven by the desire to make a real impact. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves, share your talents, and work alongside others who love animals as much as you do, check out our current job openings.

Employee Benefits

The Brevard Humane Society offers a comprehensive benefit package to eligible employees.

Internships

The Brevard Humane Society offers a variety of internship opportunities for those interested in gaining hands-on experience with animal care and looking to learning from our dedicated caregivers.

Unpaid internships are open to college students, undergraduate and graduate students, as are other candidates who have equivalent life and work experience with animals and those looking to make a career change. Intern programs are open to people 20 years of age and over.

If you wish to be considered for an internship, please submit an application, a cover letter, résumé, two letters of recommendation from professors and/or employers and a transcript (unofficial transcripts are accepted).

Current Openings

    

POSITION: Wellness Veterinarian                                                            DEPARTMENT: Clinic

 

REPORTS TO: Executive Director                                                                    

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Wellness Veterinarian is responsible for all aspects of veterinary medicine for animals received at the BHS Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic as well as the shelter animals. The Wellness Veterinarian is bound by the rules, regulations, and guidelines in the Employee’s Manual. Handling of all animals will be done in a kind, compassionate, and gentle manner. The Wellness Veterinarian is responsible for supervision of all medical operations of the Cocoa Campus.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

–  Responsible for recommending healthy and socially acceptable animals for adoption to the general public. To the best of his/her ability, will protect the Adoption Center from potential liability of recommending unhealthy or socially unacceptable animals for adoption.

–  Responsible for, but may delegate, the ordering of all medical supplies needed for wellness.

–  Responsible for, but may delegate, the medical record keeping generated for client’s animals.

–  Responsible for administering rabies vaccines to those animals four (4) months of age or older.

–  Diagnose potential medical problems of clients’ animals as well as Adoption Center animals.

–  Responsible for, but may delegate, micro-chipping animals adopted from the Adoption Center.

–  Assure compliance with all federal, state, county, and city laws and ordinances.

 

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:   

–  Doctorate of Veterinary Medicine degree from an accredited U.S. university and have a DEA permit.

Experience:

–  Must possess a valid State of Florida license to practice veterinary medicine, and at least 2 years experience is desirable, in a veterinary clinic or animal shelter.

Skills:

–  Must be personable, able to communicate with and direct staff, and work as member of a team. 

–  Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

–  Ability to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering help to others when needed, and considering larger organization or team goals rather than individual concerns.

–  Ability to adapt to and remain calm in a constantly changing and sometimes stressful work environment.

–  Willing to share new ideas and insights.

–  Unwavering compassion for helping animals in need.

–  Understands the limits of “shelter medicine”.

 

Uniforms:

–  Scrub top, scrub bottom, no rips, tears, or stains.

–  Non-skid rubber soled sho

 POSITION: PT Surgery Tech                                                             DEPARTMENT: Spay/Neuter Clinic

 

 REPORT TO: Clinic Manager                                                             SALARY RANGE:  $16-$20 DOE

 

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

The Veterinary Assistant will assist the Veterinarian with the spay/neuter, care and treatment of all animals brought to the Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic, to handle all animals in a kind, compassionate, and gentle manner.

 

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

  • Customer Service: ability to answer questions pertaining to flea/tick/heartworm products, vaccines, basic policies and procedures, ability to maintain a relaxed pleasant tone and always treat the customer with respect, and patience.
  • Technical Skills: draw up vaccines, fill prescriptions, run/read fecal tests, run various blood tests, phlebotomy, stain slides for cytology, and other tasks.
  • Surgical Skills: restrain animal safely, IV injection, ability to draw up precise amounts of medication, basic knowledge of the drugs used, basic knowledge of the surgical prep and procedures and the ability to intubate.
  • Clerical Skills: ability to neatly, concisely, and in proper medical terms make notations on records, ability to write up prescription labels, ability to use computers with proficiency.

 

ADDITIONAL DUTIES THAT MAY BE REQUIRED:

  • Assist with surgical animals; before, during, and after surgery.
  • Assemble paperwork including rabies certificates.
  • Assist with nail trims, ear cleaning, and anal gland expression.
  • Must possess basic mathematical skills with use of a calculator including but not limited to addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
  • Prepare animals for pre-surgical workup and pre-medication.
  • Ensure animals stay on table at all times.
  • Report all health concerns to the veterinarian.
  • Properly perform intubations or restrain animals for induction and intubation.
  • Prepare animals for surgery by shaving, vacuuming, expressing bladder/palpation, scrubbing surgical area.
  • Set up animals for surgery including hooking endotracheal tube to anesthesia machine, setting appropriately sized bag.
  • Transport animals into surgery.
  • Remove patients from surgery table.
  • Transport patient back to appropriate area/cage after recovery.
  • Monitor recovery of animals in post-op rooms.
  • Communicate both in writing and orally for administration of post-operative pain medication or antibiotics.
  • Maintain medical records.
  • Sort incoming inventory.
  • Maintain stock within the surgery and wellness areas.
  • Maintain exam rooms and restock as necessary.
  • Clean instruments.
  • Assemble and sterilize surgical packs.
  • Clean endotracheal tubes and sort by size.
  • Clean and disinfect any muzzles used.
  • Clean and disinfect kennels and transport carriers.
  • Sweep and mop appropriate areas and empty garbage.
  • Communicate additional charges with office receptionist/appointment setter.
  • Communicate post-op instructions to owners at pick up.
  • Maintain stock of medication and inventory.
  • All other duties as assigned.

 

IDEAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

  • High school diploma or equivalency.

Experience: 

  • Minimum of two years animal handling experience with both dogs and cats in a professional setting. Additional experience with running/reading blood tests, fecal tests, monitoring surgical patients, and performing subcutaneous injections is preferred. 

 Skills: 

  • Working knowledge of laboratory procedures such as the use and care of a microscope, prepping and running snap tests, prepping, running and reading fecal tests, autoclave,  
  • Working knowledge of surgery skills: restraint, anesthesia, monitoring and recovery.
  • Communications skills with co-workers, public and other veterinary professionals. Must be personable and able to work with others, accept direction, and work as a member of a team.
  • Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Must be able to bend and kneel repeatedly.

Uniforms:

 –  Scrubs (shirt & pants) – no rips, tears, or stains.

 –  Non-skid rubber-bottom shoes, no clogs or Crocs®.

 –  Nametag (provided).

 

 POSITION: Animal Care Technician                              DEPARTMENT: Kennel

REPORT TO: Kennel Manager                                         SALARY RANGE: DOE

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

To provide a clean, healthy, safe environment for the animals placed in our care.

SPECIFIC DUTIES:

  1. Maintains the kennel and the animals housed in our facility. Assist in morning duties prior to opening – very labor intensive.
  2. Keep kennels and cages clean throughout the day and make sure the animals are happy and healthy.
  3. Daily washing of dishes and donated items for shelter use.
  4. Daily washing of carriers outside the breeze way.
  5. Helping customers with any questions they might have.
  6. Conducting interactions with customers and adoption center animals (mandatory for full-time status).
  7. Keep food prep room, hallways, and rooms where cats are kept cleaned and mopped. Make sure all hallways and floors are kept dry, free of hoses and other cleaning tools throughout the kennel while adoption center is open.
  8. Empty all waste containers and mop buckets and put them in proper area.
  9. Check all incoming animals and determine proper placement based on status, temperament, and/or health.
  10. Keep grounds, and floor neat and clean, free of litter, and make sure all feces is pickup out of the yard.
  11. Answer the radio and assist office staff with animals coming into the shelter.
  12. Daily disinfect pet carriers and restock in the receiving area.
  13. Performs Heartworm tests on dogs (age appropriate). Perform Feline Leukemia and FIV tests on cats/kittens (mandatory for full-time status).
  14. Be aware of any problems such as behavioral problems, sicknesses/diseases or any other problems that might arise and report the same.
  15. Assist in conducting temperament testing on all dogs placed up for adoption.
  16. Assign volunteers and community service workers duties and make sure they are staying on task.
  17. Perform any other duties as assigned or specified by Kennel Manager/Lead.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

Experience: None

Skills: Must be able to follow direction. Time management skills preferred. Able to work in a fast-paced, team environment. 

Uniforms: Hospital scrubs top or plain t-shirt. Jeans or scrubs bottom (no torn, ripped or stained jeans) that cover ankles. Closed-toed, non-skid, rubber-bottom shoes. Nametag will be provided.

POSITION: Clinic Receptionist/Appointment Setter                              DEPARTMENT: Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic

REPORTS TO: Clinic Manager                                                                         SALARY RANGE: Depend Upon Experience

🐾 Are you passionate about animals and love helping people?
Join our dedicated veterinary team as a Clinic Receptionist/Appointment Setter, where you’ll be the warm, welcoming face that greets our clients—and their furry family members—with kindness, professionalism, and a smile. This is more than just a front desk job – it’s a critical role at the heart of our clinic, ensuring every visit runs smoothly and every client feels cared for. Make a real difference in the lives of pets and the people who love them.

🌟 What You’ll Do:

As a key member of our front office team, your daily responsibilities will include:

  • 🤝 Greet clients and their pets with warmth and professionalism during check-in and check-out.
  • 📅 Schedule appointments accurately and efficiently using our web-based software.
  • 📞 Handle multi-line phone systems – answer calls, take messages, and return voicemails.
  • 💻 Maintain digital and physical medical records by entering and organizing patient information.
  • 💰 Process payments, issue receipts, and balance daily financial transactions.
  • 🧼 Keep reception and common areas tidy and welcoming for both clients and staff.
  • 📦 Track inventory, assisting with product counts during opening and closing shifts.
  • 🐶 Support the veterinary team with additional administrative tasks as assigned.

💼 What We’re Looking For:

Education:

  • High School Diploma, GED, or College education.

Skills & Traits:

  • A genuine love for animals and compassion for their care.
  • Self-motivated, dependable, and punctual.
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills.
  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to multitask in a busy environment.
  • Team-oriented with a positive, can-do attitude.
  • Comfortable using computers and willing to learn veterinary software.

👕 Dress Code:

  • Scrub top or blouse
  • Slacks (neat, no rips or stains)
  • Closed-toe, non-slip shoes
  • Clinic-provided name tag

POSITION: Clinic Practice Manager                DEPARTMENT: Spay/Neuter & Wellness Clinic

REPORT TO: Cocoa Campus Manager           SALARY RANGE: DOE

 

The Clinic Practice Manager is highly motivated, organized, and leads the daily operations of the Spay/Neuter and Wellness Clinic. This role is critical to ensure the clinic runs smoothly, efficiently, and continues to deliver exceptional care to both furry patients and their human companions.

 

As the Clinic Practice Manager, you are the heart of the clinic operations, overseeing staff (excluding veterinarians), coordinating services, and ensuring  clients receive the highest standard of care and support. From managing schedules to maintaining inventory, you play a key role in the Clinic’s success and growth.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Clinic Operations & Staff Management
    • Supervise and manage non-DVM clinic staff.
    • Ensure all staff adhere to the clinic policies, procedures, and standards.
    • Step in to support front desk operations when needed (check-in/check-out).
    • Responsible for hiring, firing, training, and performance reviews of staff.
  • Patient Care & Surgical Support
    • Assist with surgical prep and recovery as needed.
    • Oversee surgery and wellness appointment schedules.
  • Inventory & Vendor Coordination
    • Maintain accurate inventory of all clinic products and supplies (including controlled substances).
    • Communicate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Client Service & Communication
    • Ensure excellent client service and satisfaction.
    • Oversee reminder communications (appointment and vaccine reminders).
  • Administrative & Financial Oversight
    • Maintain accurate accounting records (daily, weekly, monthly).
    • Provide regular clinic statistics and performance reports.
    • Review and manage clinic budget; recommend fee schedule adjustments.
  • Policy, Compliance & Cleanliness
    • Ensure clinic cleanliness meets set standards.
    • Review and recommend updates to protocols and policies.
    • Ensure all team members acknowledge and comply with internal policies.
  • Marketing & Promotions
    • Identify and support advertising, promotional, and outreach opportunities.
  • Other duties as assigned.

 

 

What We’re Looking For

Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong background in team leadership and employee management.
  • Basic accounting and bookkeeping knowledge.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and computer skills.
  • Previous experience in a veterinary or animal care environment strongly preferred.
  • Ability to multitask and thrive in a fast-paced setting.
  • Professional phone and client interaction étiquette.
  • Passion for animal welfare and community-based veterinary care.

Dress Code

  • Scrub top or blouse/shirt.
  • Jeans/slacks or scrub pants, no rips, tears, or stains.
  • Closed-toe rubber-soled shoes or sneakers, no clogs or Crocs®.
  • Nametag (provided).

Why Join Us?

Working in our clinic means more than just a job – it’s a chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their people. If you are a natural leader with a heart for animals, you’re going to fit right in!

 

 DRIVER
 
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provide pick-up and delivery of animals, DOA, furniture, donations, misc errands as needed.
 
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
·         Responsible for submitting a daily driver’s log, Vehicle Safety checklist and the cleaning of vehicles.
·         Ability to work alone or as a team member.
·         Follow all Safety rules and report any accident and unsafe conditions (Vehicle or Personal) immediately to Supervisor.
·         Responsible for delivery of bank deposits (night drop) and delivery of pay checks to the Thrift stores and Merritt Island Adoption center.
·         Pick up money from other agencies for the shelter.
·         Responsible for the pick-up and delivery of animals, furniture, supplies and other items (listed on the
·         Driver Log Sheet) to be picked up and delivered to Molly Mutt Thrift stores, and other locations as instructed.
·         Responsible for the pick-up and delivery of DOA and Cremations as needed.
·         Support special events when needed.
·         Delivery and pick-up of newspapers and aluminum can and deliver to recycling plant.
·         Perform all other assignments or duties as assigned.
 POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
 Education:
–   High School or GED
 Experience: 
– Able to drive a truck or van.
– Experience moving furniture, helpful but not required. 
 Skills:
 – Valid Driver’s License in good standing.
 – Ability to count money.
 – Able to lift 70 lbs.
 
Uniforms: 
– Polo/Collar shirt, BHS T-shirt or Scrub top
– Jeans or long shorts (No rip or tears)
– Closed toe, shoes with non-slip sole, (safety or steel toe shoes also acceptable)
– Name Tag (provided).
 
GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:
Assists with the day-to-day operations of Molly Mutt Thrift Stores.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
  1. Sell merchandise.
  2. Keep the sales floor and surrounding areas clean and all items priced.
  3. Maintains a professional and cordial working attitude.
  4. Answer phones.
  5. Provide excellent customer service.
  6. Work well with fellow employees, community service workers, and volunteers.
  7. Perform the opening and/or closing of store along with completing associated paperwork.
  8. Sort, price, and display donations; keep donation area neat and tidy.
  9. Signing in and out of volunteers and community service volunteers.
  10. Must have excellent attendance and be at work on time. 
  11. Provide accurate information and friendly customer service to the public. Ensure all customers are treated with respect, empathy, and understanding even in times of conflict.
  12. Immediately notify the manager of any problems or potential problems within the store.
  13. Must be able to understand and follow verbal and written instructions.
  14. Ensure the outside of the store is clean and free of debris.
  15. Perform any of the job duties as requested by management.
 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:
Experienced with customer service and sales helpful
Education:   High school diploma or GED
Experience: Customer Service, Volunteer/New Employee Orientation
Skills:
-Ability to operate a cash register, computer, and use Microsoft software.
-Must be highly organized and energetic.
-Self-starter.
-Able to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
-Able to get along well with others and possess a positive attitude.
-Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
Uniforms:
–  Casual business attire. No tears or holes in clothing; no non-organizational t-shirts.
–  Closed-toed, non-skid rubber bottom shoes.
–  Nametag provided.

Employee Application

                                 Send completed applications to CAC.Manager@brevardhumanesociety.org or drop off at one of our locations.