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Sumter Humane Society, Inc.

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Director of Operations

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$31K - $40K/yr

Sumter Humane Society/Shelter Director Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and ... sending animals for spaying/neutering and emergency care. * Make humane decisions regarding ...

Sumter Humane Society, Inc.

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Director of Operations

Macon, GA · On-site

$31K - $40K/yr

Sumter Humane Society/Shelter Director Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and ... sending animals for spaying/neutering and emergency care. * Make humane decisions regarding ...

Sumter Humane Society, Inc.

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Director of Operations

Albany, GA · On-site

$31K - $40K/yr

Sumter Humane Society/Shelter Director Job Summary We are seeking a highly motivated and ... sending animals for spaying/neutering and emergency care. * Make humane decisions regarding ...

Michigan Humane

Community Advocacy Manager

Detroit, MI · On-site

For over 140 years, Michigan Humane has been providing compassionate care and advocacy for animals ... Direct day-to-day oversight of Community Advocate staff (including human services interns), Safety ...

American Humane

Relief Animal Caretaker

Palm City, FL · On-site

... the Director, Sanctuary & Military Affairs Programming. For nearly 150 years, American Humane Society (AHS) has led the way in protecting animals and strengthening the bonds between animals and ...

American Humane

Relief Animal Caretaker

Palm City, FL · On-site

... the Director, Sanctuary & Military Affairs Programming. For nearly 150 years, American Humane Society (AHS) has led the way in protecting animals and strengthening the bonds between animals and ...

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How much do humane director animals jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for humane director animals in the United States is $174,532.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $97,000.00 and $253,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Humane Director Animals vs Animal Care Coordinator?

Humane Director AnimalsAnimal Care Coordinator
Oversees shelter operations, staff management, and strategic planningProvides daily care, feeding, and health monitoring for animals
Requires leadership experience, nonprofit management, and animal welfare knowledgeRequires animal handling skills, basic veterinary knowledge, and compassion
Works in shelters, rescue organizations, or humane societiesWorks directly with animals in shelters or rescue facilities

The Humane Director Animals typically holds leadership roles overseeing shelter operations and staff, requiring management experience and strategic planning. In contrast, the Animal Care Coordinator focuses on direct animal care and daily tasks. Both roles are vital in animal welfare organizations but differ in responsibilities and required credentials.

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Infographic showing various Humane Director Animals job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $174,532 per year, or $83.9 per hour.

Lieutenant, Humane Law Enforcement

San Diego, CA • On-site

San Diego Humane Society
Non-Profits • 501 - 1,000 employees
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$85K - $106K/yr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Posted 25 days ago

San Diego Humane Society rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 8 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

San Diego Humane Society is hiring a Full-Time Lieutenant for our Humane Law Enforcement team!
How you'll impact our mission:
At San Diego Humane Society, we're united by our mission to Inspire Compassion, providing hope and advancing the welfare of animals and people.
In this role, you'll be responsible for direct oversight and operation management of the San Diego Humane Society's Humane Law Enforcement (HLE) Officers and Sergeants. You'll support our mission by effectively coordinating with other departments who provide essential support services such as Campus Operations, Community Engagement, Veterinary Care, Volunteer Engagement, Facilities, and Philanthropy.
This role delivers service at the gold standard level in alignment with the SDHS Way, to meet the needs of animals and the people who love them by leading with compassion, finding creative solutions, providing personalized care and building connections. If you're passionate about making an impact in the animal welfare movement, we'd love to talk to you.
What's in it for you?
At SDHS, we're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and commit to being a place where every person - staff, volunteer, and guest - can feel a sense of belonging. We support and invest in employees through conscious delivery of benefits and a workplace environment based on our Core Values.
As an employee you'll enjoy:
  • Competitive pay and paid time-off (including your Birthday Day Off!)
  • Comprehensive benefits package, training and well-being programs
  • 403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
  • Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services
  • ...and so much more!

What you'll do:
  • Participate in investigation of reported cruelty cases, witness interviews, suspect interrogations, preparation and execution of search and seizure warrants, managing evidence and chain of custody protocols, educational outreach programs and report writing.
  • Lead by example by demonstrating and advocating for San Diego Humane Society core values and work consistently to encourage and develop direct reports to do the same. Bring unity and cohesiveness to teams, ad hoc work groups, task forces, and other interdepartmental collaborations.
  • Work with direct reports to plan, direct, organize, implement and evaluate processes, services, activities and procedures on an ongoing basis.
  • Manage employee issues for all areas of responsibility, including motivating and developing teams, evaluating performance and providing feedback, implementing and enforcing policies, and carrying out disciplinary actions.
  • Enthusiastically assist the public and other staff in all SDHS programs and special events. Motivate and assist in leading a high-performance team; attract, recruit, develop and retain team members.
  • Lead a continuous quality improvement process, focusing on systems/process improvement. Utilize data to identify strengths and opportunities. Promote regular and ongoing opportunities for all staff to give feedback on department operations. Ensure alignment within the department.
  • Work closely with other operations leadership at all campuses regarding the necessary care requirements for animals held for cruelty cases.
  • Work with the Fleet and Resource Managers to ensure that vehicles assigned to HLE are well maintained, properly equipped and remain current for legally transporting animals.

What we're looking for:
  • Must have a bachelor's degree in in Administration of Justice, Animal Science, Zoology or related field.
  • Must have a minimum of four (4) years of full time progressively responsible related experience in animal control or animal services within an animal welfare organization, including investigations experience, with one (1) year of supervisory experience, or an equivalent combination of related experience and education. Multi-location management experience preferred.
  • Must successfully complete Peace Officer Standards and Training, 832 and CA state-approved humane academy and satisfy the requirements of Section 1029, 1030, and 1031 of the Government Code within one year of employment.
  • Must be willing to be vaccinated against tetanus, Hepatitis C, rabies or other diseases as deemed appropriate by the SDHS for the health and safety of the employee and others.
  • Must have a valid driver's license and be approved by SDHS insurance carrier to drive a company or personal vehicle for work purposes.

Candidates must pass a full background check, medical exam and drug screening post offer.
Location: Based at our San Diego Campus, with expected travel to all campuses and across San Diego County.
Pay: Starting range is between $85,068 - $106,335 per year.
The listed hiring range for this position depicts the target range of pay rates for candidates. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. Compensation for internal candidates may increase beyond the listed range based on performance over time. For all candidates, the actual starting pay rate is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to your years of related education and experience, internal pay equity, and position location.
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