Employment Opportunities
Born Free USA united with Animal Protection Institute
Working across the United States and with its west coast office in Sacramento, California, Born Free USA united with Animal Protection Institute ("Born Free USA") is a national non-profit animal advocacy organization working to end animal cruelty and exploitation through legislation, litigation and public education. We are a dynamic and focused organization growing to meet the demands of the future. This is an exciting time to join the organization and be part of the team that will deliver an ambitious agenda for change across the country.
Born Free USA seeks to achieve equal opportunity for all staff members as articulated by federal, state and local laws. We actively seek to recruit individuals without regard to race, creed, color, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, age or physical characteristics. Our equal employment philosophy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, training, promotion, transfer, job benefits, pay, and dismissal.
Grassroots Coordinator
Born Free USA is currently seeking an experienced, organized, energetic, and motivated individual to coordinate and increase our campaign outreach efforts. Our aim is to engage and inspire our supporters to take action to help animals. Applicants should be committed to the goals of the organization. The working environment and culture of the organization are friendly and team-oriented.
The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate the ability to consistently deliver a high quality product on time and on budget as part of a dynamic team-driven environment.
Demonstrable commitment to animal protection and the vision and values of Born Free USA is essential.
Responsibilities include:
- Overall management of Born Free USA Grassroots campaign.
- With other colleagues, the development and implementation of the growth plan for the Grassroots campaign.
- Creating and managing Born Free USA grassroots database of Action Alert members, utilizing this database to engage activists for campaign specific priorities.
- Coordinating dissemination of weekly, campaign specific, and emergency Action Alerts; writing, editing, proofreading, and working with relevant program staff as needed.
- Researching and implementing proactive efforts to increase grassroots activist numbers and level of engagement in all advocacy areas.
- Developing, supporting, and assisting Supporter Groups at community level.
- Assisting activists nationwide with local grassroots activity planning (e.g., organizing educational leafleting, writing letters to legislators, LTEs, media, fundraising, etc.).
- Researching new event possibilities to promote Born Free USA in general and promoting specific campaigns where applicable. This could include representing the organization where appropriate.
- Responding to and fulfilling activist requests for campaign materials for demonstrations, tabling, and other outreach efforts. Responding to all other campaign specific and grassroots inquiries where applicable.
Qualifications:
- Prior training and experience working with Get Active/Convio Internet Software Advocacy & Email Program.
- 3–5 years experience in a non-profit environment; preferably managing outreach programs or in a strong public communications role.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Experience of handling multiple projects simultaneously and successfully working as part of a team.
- Experience working directly with the public and responding to enquires in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong computer experience, with a working knowledge of word-processing and database program, Internet Software Advocacy & Email program.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Demonstrable commitment to animal protection and the vision and values of Born Free USA is essential.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with non-profit experience in field; excellent benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, and dental/vision reimbursement.
To Apply: Email your résumé and cover letter to jessica@bornfreeusa.org; fax to 916-447-3070; or mail to Born Free USA, c/o Human Resources, P.O. Box 22505 Sacramento, CA 95822.
The Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary
Born Free USA united with Animal Protection Institute ("Born Free USA") is a national non-profit animal advocacy organization, working to end animal cruelty and exploitation through legislation, litigation, public education, and direct care. Born Free USA provides "hands-on" care for animals at the Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary located in Dilley, Texas, where more than 500 primates, many rescued from abusive situations in laboratories, roadside zoos, and private possession, live in as natural an environment as possible with minimal human interference.
The head office of the organization is in Sacramento, CA, with an office in Washington, DC.
Born Free USA boasts a 40-year history of successful animal advocacy. Our main campaign activities include: animals in entertainment, with a focus on zoos and circuses; the international wildlife trade; trapping and fur; and working to prohibit the keeping of exotic animals as "pets."
Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary Director
Born Free USA is currently seeking an experienced, energetic, and hard-working individual (or possibly a couple) to manage the continued development and day-to-day operational activities of the Born Free USA Primate Sanctuary in Dilley, Texas. This position reports to the CEO of Born Free USA or to the Senior Executive as directed.
Applicants should be committed to the goals of the organization. The working environment and culture of the organization are friendly and team-oriented.
Responsibilities include:
- Overall responsibility for the daily care of the animals at the Sanctuary, including feeding, habitat cleaning, maintenance of grounds, and ensuring receipt of veterinary care as required and in line with official policy.
- Manage the on-site staff to ensure efficient and effective delivery of all operations at the Sanctuary.
- Develop and agree to the annual operating budget with the CEO and ensure Sanctuary expenditures are managed and reported in line with the annually agreed budget.
- Maintain all records including: animals (numbers, health, behavior, status), equipment, utilities, insurance, buildings status, supplies, and so forth relating to the Sanctuary.
- Ensure that all necessary equipment, feed, and other supplies are available for Sanctuary use.
- In line with any protocols agreed with the CEO, manage volunteer support as appropriate.
- Provide regular updates and reports to the CEO as directed.
- Provide strategic input to the CEO and the Board for the continued development of the Sanctuary to ensure its ability to deliver high standards of animal welfare and quality of life for all residents throughout their lives.
- In line with relevant Board Policies and in consultation with the CEO, make appropriate decisions regarding new residents. Liaise with the relevant individuals, outside bodies, law-enforcement agencies, etc.
- According to an agreed schedule, provide Born Free USA head office with text and images for public relations and fundraising purposes.
- In consultation with the CEO, act as spokesperson and contact point for the Sanctuary. Deal with all Sanctuary-related correspondence.
- Oversee all new construction to ensure it is completed on time, to specification and on or under budget (where possible).
Qualifications:
- " Relevant qualifications (preferably veterinarian) in animal care (primates) and/or 3+ years experience at senior level managing/supervising the operation of an animal rescue and care facility.
- Must reside on Sanctuary property. Housing is provided.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
- 3+ years experience of financial management of a project or program (budget, cash flow, expenses, operational costs, capital expenditure, etc.).
- Relevant experience directly managing staff.
- Knowledge of proper record-keeping practices.
- Working knowledge of general construction including plumbing, carpentry. and electrical.
- Risk management skills including an understanding of relevant safety procedures and protocols to ensure operations are undertaken within a safe working environment.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Presentational skills a plus.
- Ability to prioritize daily tasks as needed and to apply adaptive management when necessary.
- Should possess the following skills and attributes: self-motivation, creativity, planning, multi-tasking, organizational, leadership, problem-solving, collegiality.
- Must be able to carry out the physical demands of the job.
- Must share, uphold, and further the organization's vision and philosophy with respect to the goals and purpose for the Sanctuary, as well as aspire to the highest standards relating to the care of non-human animals.
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience; excellent benefits package, including health insurance, paid vacation, and dental/vision reimbursement.
This job is open to US citizens. Born Free USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
To Apply: Please send résumé and cover letter by email to jessica@bornfreeusa.org; fax to 916-447-3070; or mail to Born Free USA, c/o Human Resources, P.O. Box 22505 Sacramento, CA 95822.
