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Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health, welfare, and quality of research animals. * Monitor animal health and promptly report concerns to management and veterinary staff.

Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health, welfare, and quality of research animals. * Monitor animal health and promptly report concerns to management and veterinary staff.

Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health, welfare, and quality of research animals. * Monitor animal health and promptly report concerns to management and veterinary staff.

Provide daily animal husbandry and care to maintain the health, welfare, and quality of research animals. * Monitor animal health and promptly report concerns to management and veterinary staff.

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How much do animal welfare manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average yearly pay for animal welfare manager in the United States is $58,681.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $65,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an animal welfare manager do?

As an Animal Welfare Manager, your daily responsibilities often include overseeing animal care operations, ensuring compliance with welfare guidelines, managing staff and volunteers, and coordinating intake or adoption processes. You may also be involved in developing and implementing animal care protocols, handling budgeting or resource allocation, and working with external partners like veterinarians and local authorities. The role requires a blend of administrative work, team leadership, and hands-on interaction with animals. By maintaining high standards of animal welfare and efficient operations, you play a crucial role in supporting both the animals and the organization's mission.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an animal welfare manager?

To thrive as an Animal Welfare Manager, you need expertise in animal care, welfare regulations, and management practices, typically supported by a degree in animal science, biology, or a related field. Familiarity with animal management software, shelter databases, and relevant certifications such as Certified Animal Welfare Administrator (CAWA) is often advantageous. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help foster a positive team environment and effective advocacy for animal welfare. These capabilities are critical for ensuring compliance, operational efficiency, and the well-being of animals under your care.

What is an animal welfare manager?

An Animal Welfare Manager is responsible for overseeing the care, treatment, and well-being of animals in shelters, research facilities, or other organizations. They develop and enforce policies to ensure humane treatment, manage staff and volunteers, and coordinate with veterinarians and other professionals. Additionally, they may educate the public on animal welfare issues and advocate for policy changes. This role requires knowledge of animal behavior, health, and legal regulations. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

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Infographic showing various Animal Welfare Manager job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 86% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $58,681 per year, or $28.2 per hour.

Animal Welfare Coordinator

Brevard County Sheriff's Office

Titusville, FL • On-site

$18.01/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago


Brevard County Sheriff's Office rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

Salary: $18.01 Hourly
Location : 5100 West Eau Gallie Blvd., Melbourne, FL
Job Type: Full-time / Hourly
Job Number: 9020
Department: Animal Services
Opening Date: 04/24/2026
Job Description
The purpose of this class is implementation and oversight of Shelter programs. Assigned functional areas; Adoption Counselor/Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator. As an employee of the animal care shelter, the coordinator may also assist in daily Shelter operations when needed. Provides high quality customer service to people who visit or call Animal Services. Works under the direct supervision of the Shelter Supervisors or the Lead Veterinarian.
Position Duties
The tasks listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional tasks related to the type of work of the class as necessary.
Functional Area - Adoption Counselor/Special Events and Volunteer Coordinator
  • Actively reaching out to and interacting with the general public, specifically talking to prospective adopters, and coordinating appearances at offsite events.
  • Interacting with/getting to know the animals and talking with prospective adopters to find out what they are looking for in a pet to make the best possible match.
  • Interacting with/coordinating Animal Services volunteers for events, in-shelter activities, and volunteer hours.
  • Conducting phone interviews with potential volunteers, assisting them with the on-boarding process, and conducting new volunteer orientation.
  • Assisting people through the adoption process, providing education about animal care and behavior, finalizing adoptions using in-house software.
  • Willingness and ability to learn about dog and cat behavior, common issues, and ways to address them in order to keep animals in homes.
  • Assisting with cleaning of animal areas and equipment as needed, including spot cleaning of animal and public areas throughout the day.
  • Staying active and visible in the community, attending outreach and adoption events, all with the purpose of getting animals adopted and educating the community about the BCSO Animal Services mission, services, and programs.
  • Taking animals out into the community daily (when scheduling allows) to promote animal adoption.
  • Appear via guest-slot on local radio shows to promote adoptable dogs.
  • Write biographies promoting the "Pet of the Week" to be distributed into the community.
  • Transporting animals, cages, and event equipment to and from offsite events.
  • Treating all animals humanely, properly and with compassion at all times, regardless of the situation or circumstance and promoting a humane and caring attitude toward all animals.
  • Regular, dependable and punctual attendance is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum of six (6) months of experience in animal welfare or related field. public contact and kennel work in a public shelter.
Requires Valid Florida Class Driver's License (must be maintained for duration of employment).
Must be computer proficient, including working knowledge of Windows, Microsoft Office (especially Word & Excel), and be able to learn new programs quickly.
Knowledge of pet behavior and care. Ability to work with and handle all kinds of animals in a safe and responsible manner.
Must provide a high level of customer service at all times, even under stressful conditions.
This position requires successful completion of the Sheriff's Office pre-employment medical certification.
Additional Information
Work schedule includes weekends, holidays and evenings. May require working varying shifts any day of the week.
Employees will have contact with inmates during the normal course of the workday.
Successful completion of a criminal background investigation including polygraph, reference/employment/neighborhood checks. submit to screening for illegal drug use prior to assuming position and will be subject to return to duty, post-accident and/or random and reasonable suspicion drug tests while employed with BCSO.
The Brevard County Sheriff's Office is an Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, and sexual orientation, national origin, age (over 40), disability or genetic information in employment practices. We encourage veterans, service members and their spouses and family members to apply for employment with this agency, qualified applicants will receive preference and priority in hiring decisions. ADA requires the Sheriff's Office to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Job applicants and current employees are invited to discuss accommodations.
Permanent Full-time Employees receive the following benefits:
  • 96 hours of vacation accrual per year (Increases based on years of service)
  • 96 hours of sick time accrual per year (unlimited carryover)
  • 11 paid holidays per year
  • 60 hours of personal leave per year
  • Medical/Prescription insurance
  • Basic Life and AD&D insurance
  • Mental Health - Employee Assistance plan
  • Dental/Vision/Dependent Health Insurance available at Group Rates
  • Participation in the Florida Retirement System
  • Optional Deferred Compensation Program (employee contribution)
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Up to $140.00/month educational incentive pay
  • Up to $120.00/month career/advanced training course incentive (sworn only)
  • Workout facilities
  • Uniforms and Leather (dependent on position)
  • Weapon (dependent on position)
  • $300.00/year boot allowance (dependent on position)

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Explain your experience with rescue placements and foster care programs.
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Select from the following list those programs in which you have experience. Choose all that apply.
  • Word
  • Excel
  • Access
  • Outlook
  • Powerpoint
  • Adobe Acrobat

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Please describe your level of expertise in each of the above programs for which you have indicated experience.
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Why are you interested in this position?
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