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Senior Director of Behavior, ARC & CARE

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Baychester, NY
5 days ago
$198,000 - $210,000 annually

Job Description

Join the ASPCA as the Senior Director of Behavior, overseeing the care and rehabilitation of animals while leading innovative research projects. Play a vital role in ensuring the well-being of animals in need and shaping the future of animal behavior practices.

Key Responsibilities

  • Oversee behavioral care and pathway planning for animals
  • Ensure high-quality, low-stress care for patients
  • Lead research projects and facilitate behavior studies
  • Manage and mentor a team of behavior experts
  • Collaborate with various teams for animal welfare

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years’ experience in people management
  • Ability to work in a high-volume, fast-paced environment
  • Effective communication skills
  • Experience working with behaviorally and medically compromised animals
  • Comfort with humane euthanasia decisions
  • Fear Free certified within 6 months of hire
  • Low Stress Handling – Silver certified or able to obtain certification

Preferred Qualifications

  • Interest in developing/overseeing research projects
  • Experience writing scientific publications for peer-reviewed journals

Benefits & Perks

Competitive salaryComprehensive health insurance401kGenerous paid time off