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Summary:
As part of the Policy, Response & Engagement (PRE) division, the Behavioral Sciences Team (BST) supports behavior programs across the ASPCA to safeguard the behavioral health of our animals. The BST’s work focuses on:
- Promoting a holistic approach to the care of ASPCA animals that balances physical and mental wellbeing. We ensure organization-wide alignment of shelter behavior best practices, foundational tools and behavioral data management.
- Advancing science-based processes and protocols in shelter behavior, including enrichment, socialization, behavior modification and post-adoption support, to improve quality of life of sheltered animals, reduce euthanasia of animals with treatable behavior problems, expedite pathway planning decisions for animals unsuitable for rehabilitation and keeping adopted pets in homes. Through strategic applied research in shelter animal behavior, we prepare ourselves and the field to care for a growing number of at-risk animals.
- Establishing psychological harm as legally cognizable animal cruelty so that animals suffering emotional trauma receive the same protections under the law as animals suffering physical harm.
- Supporting ASPCA’s cruelty and disaster operations through forensic behavior documentation, consultation, research and subject matter expert testimony. We work closely with Legal Advocacy & Investigations, National Field Response, Forensic Science and Rehabilitation Services by deploying for animal removals, providing low stress handling, conducting forensic behavior evaluations and supporting shelter behavior programs at temporary field shelters.
The BST Behavior Resources Developer is responsible for overseeing, organizing, and developing the ASPCA’s resources on shelter animal behavior for pet owners, adopters and the animal welfare field. The Developer will create new content for and revise existing content in written handouts, on the public facing website and on ASPCA Pro. They will also review and revise or approve behavior-related content produced by other departments or by external partners. The BST Developer works closely with colleagues across the ASPCA and functions seamlessly and effectively within the organizational culture of transparent communication and a commitment to diplomacy and collaboration.
This is a remote-based position that can be performed from a home office anywhere in the country. The incumbent must be willing to adjust working hours according to needs in the Eastern time zone. Because this is a remote position, the willingness and ability to travel occasionally for meetings is a requirement.
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Content Development (100%)
- In conjunction with a variety of subject matter experts, develop and implement a plan for needed resources on shelter animal behavior.
- Create clear, concise, educational behavior resources that support ASPCA programs and goals and meet the current and future needs of target audiences: adopters of shelter animals, the pet-owning public and the animal welfare field.
- Work with Communications to develop online behavior resources for our public-facing website.
- Work with ASPCA Pro and the Learning Lab to develop online behavior resources for shelter professionals.
- Stay abreast of the scientific animal behavior literature, innovative behavior techniques and equipment, and other educational resources to inform content and keep it up to date.
- Research relevant topics and interview subject matter experts both within the ASPCA and within the field in order to draft comprehensive and thorough content about a particular subject.
- Manage deadlines and project timelines, monitor and report on project progress, and communicate with project stakeholders.
- Review and approve behavior content developed by other subject matter experts.
- Ensure content is aligned with ASPCA protocols, position statements, ASPCA behavior protocols and philosophies, and the ASPCA style guide.
- Travel to ASPCA facilities to cultivate strong working relationships with program teams and, in conjunction with BST Shelter Behavior liaisons, identify resource needs.
- Participate in meetings and other activities to foster within- and cross-departmental relationships, enhance alignment and elevate ASPCA behavior programs.
- Instill the guiding principle into all content that everyone can—and should—actively support animals’ behavioral and mental health in everything they do.
Education and Experience:
- Experience in professional writing or copyediting required
- Minimum of 2 years of professional experience training and modifying behavior with dogs and/or cats, preferably in an animal shelter setting but private consultation also valuable experience; fewer than 2 years of experience considered for candidates with exceptional writing backgrounds
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent relevant work experience required; M.Sc. or M.A. preferred
- Specialized training in animal behavior (animal behavior/cognition, experimental psychology, zoology, animal science) preferred
- Familiarity with learning management systems and online course platforms preferred
- Animal Behavior Society (CAAB or ACAAB), IAABC or CCPDT certified, or eligible to earn such certification would be an asset
- Low Stress Handling ™ Silver Certification obtained within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Exceptional written and oral skills; able to communicate clearly, effectively, sensitively and professionally
- Strong skills in grammar, punctuation, syntax, diction and concision
- Ability to organize content to create articles that flow smoothly from beginning to end
- Ability to effectively copyedit and proofread others’ written content
- Thorough knowledge of companion animal behavior, training, behavior modification and expert handling
- Able to understand and interpret animal behavior scientific literature; can convey scientific findings to lay audiences
- Demonstrates high professional standards, including being guided by science rather than personal experience and opinion alone; adept critical thinker
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Good team player, a “people person” who enjoys collaboration
- Capable of working collaboratively with teams from different departments and programs to produce needed content
- Ability to comprehend and distill complex concepts and multiple information sources into manageable concepts and actionable objectives
- Ability to work under pressure and prioritize workloads with multiple deadlines
- Must be a self-guided, creative and flexible individual who performs well with minimal supervision; thrives in a fast-paced, demanding environment
- Able to adjust quickly, calmly, and efficiently to changes in direction and re-prioritize work; demonstrates flexibility, resiliency and commitment
- Always treats people and animals with care and respect; a compassionate animal advocate and teammate
- Willing to take ownership of, and learn from, mistakes; enjoys problem solving and identifying ways to improve
- Displays care and concern for the safety and well-being of self, animals and others, especially during stressful situations
- Willing to accept responsibility for sustaining a healthy work-life balance
Exemplifies the ASPCA’s Core Values:
- Has Commitment and dedication to improving the lives of animals
- Demonstrates Ownership and feels responsible for outcomes
- Believes in Team – that we are stronger together
- Seeks to Elevate others and reimagine what is possible
- Focuses on Impact, specifically making change for animals
Additional Information:
- This is a full-time position that works remotely. Although this role’s work schedule may be flexible, typical working hours are M-F 9-5, Eastern time zone.
- Candidates selected to advance in the hiring process will be asked to submit a professional writing sample.
- To apply, please complete our application and upload a cover letter that outlines how your skills and experience meet the qualifications of this position. Applications with cover letters will be given preference.
Compensation and benefits:
The applicable target hiring range for this remote role is based on where the employee works, which for remote roles is the employee’s primary location of residence, and its respective cost of labor. We have organized the U.S. varying costs of labor index into three geographic zones. As a point of reference, below, we have included our ASPCA locations by geographic zone to illustrate what the hiring range would be in each of the following areas.
Starting pay for the successful applicant will depend on a variety of factors, including but not limited to education, training, experience, location, business needs, internal equity, market demands or budgeted amount for the role. The target hiring range is for new hire offers only, and staff compensation may increase beyond the maximum hiring range based on performance over time. The maximum of the hiring range is reserved for candidates with the highest qualifications and relevant experience. The expected hiring salary ranges for this role are set forth below and may be modified in the future.
- Zone 1 (Asheville, NC; Champaign, IL; Columbus, OH; Gainesville, FL; Miami, FL; Oklahoma City, OK; Overland, KS; Union, MO; Weaverville, NC): $65,000 - $70,000
- Zone 2 (Washington D.C.; Los Angeles, CA): $72,000 - $77,000
- Zone 3 (New York, NY): $79,000 - $85,000
You can view which zone applies to where you plan to work here. For questions regarding other locations not found on the list, please send an email to Careers@aspca.org for more information.
Information on our Benefit offerings can be found here.
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Qualifications:
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Education and Work Experience:
Bachelors (Required), Masters
Our EEO Policy:
The ASPCA is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, gender, gender identity or expression, age, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to a reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the ASPCA’s standard application process, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on the ASPCA. Please inform the ASPCA’s People Team if you need an accommodation in order to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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ASPCA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V).
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About Us:
The ASPCA was founded in 1866 on the belief that animals are entitled to kind and respectful treatment by humans and must be protected under the law. As a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit corporation with more than two million supporters nationwide, the ASPCA is committed to preventing cruelty to dogs, cats, equines, and farm animals throughout the United States.
The ASPCA is headquartered in New York City, where we maintain a full-service animal hospital, spay/neuter clinic, mobile spay/neuter and primary pet care clinics, a rehabilitation center for canine victims of cruelty, kitten nursery, adoption center, and two community veterinary centers.
The ASPCA also operates programs and services that extend nationwide. We assist animals in need through on-the-ground disaster and cruelty interventions, behavioral rehabilitation, animal placement, legal and legislative advocacy, and the advancement of the sheltering and veterinary community through research, training, and resources.
At the ASPCA, we are committed to fostering a collaborative and compassionate culture and we welcome all voices to contribute to our lifesaving mission. Our staff represent a vast array of backgrounds and diversity dimensions, bringing with them valuable experiences and perspectives. They join the ASPCA to learn, grow, and continually do their best work on behalf of animals. We are inspired by our staff, partners, and the communities we support across the country who work to improve animal lives. We are committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion at the ASPCA because it elevates our organizational culture, aligns with our Core Values, and enables us to move further and faster toward the ASPCA’s vision – that all animals live good lives; valued by society, protected by its laws, and free from cruelty, pain and suffering.
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