Unless otherwise indicated below, please email your resume and cover letter, with the position you are applying for noted in the subject field, to hr@michiganhumane.org

If you are interested in any of the following employment opportunities, we request that you apply directly.  The Michigan Humane Society is unable to accommodate inquiries from staffing or employment agencies, or accepting phone calls or faxes.  Thank you for your cooperation.

The Michigan Humane Society is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

ANIMAL TRANSPORT DRIVERS
Location: Detroit
There are 2 immediate part time (24 hours per week) openings for an Animal Transport driver.  The primary focus of this position will be to transport animals between MHS adoption centers, and from transfer partners as needed.  Prior animal handling a plus however willing to train.  Candidate should possess the ability to conduct a preliminary evaluation of animals transported into the MHS and be able to administer vaccinations.  The cleaning of the cages and/or crates in the vehicle in accordance with established protocol after each trip is required, and additional duties may be assigned as time permits. 

Responsibilities of the driver will include safely and effectively driving vehicle to designated destinations, and ensuring the vehicle is maintained properly by reporting issues immediately.  Candidate must possess an excellent driving record; have excellent time management and interpersonal skills along with the ability to make decisions independently.  Schedule will be 3 days a week and hours are to be determined. 

If you are interested, please email your resume and a cover letter to Carmen Lemire, Operations Manager to clemire@michiganhumane.org.  No phone calls or faxes will be accepted.

PART-TIME ACCOUNTING CLERK
Location: Bingham Farms
The Michigan Humane Society has an immediate opening for a part-time Accounting Clerk.  Primary responsibilities will include filing, mailings, administrative duties, and data entry. 

The ideal candidate should have some knowledge/background in the following: Accounts Payable, processing cash receipts, general ledger reconciliations, and other miscellaneous accounting functions.  Strong Excel experience is a must as well as attention to detail, excellent communication and people skills, and being a team player.  Experience with MS Office is also required. 

This position will require 20 hours per week. 
If you would like to apply for this position, please email your cover letter, resume, and salary requirements to kletarte@michiganhumane.org or mail to: 

Michigan Humane Society
30300 Telegraph Road
Suite 220
Bingham Farms, MI  48025
Attn:  K. LeTarte - PT Accounting

VETERINARY CLINIC RECEPTIONIST
Location: Westland
The Berman Center for Animal Care veterinary clinic has an immediate full-time opening for a Clinic Receptionist.  The ideal candidate must possess strong public relations and customer service skills, basic computer knowledge, and the ability to work in a fast-paced office.  Candidate must maintain a professional and positive attitude and uphold the principles and beliefs of the organization at all times, focus on solving conflicts, maintain confidentiality, listen to customers without interruption, and be able to keep emotions under control.

Candidate must be able to write clearly and informatively, read and interpret standard operating procedures and protocols, be able to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and take responsibility for own actions.  They must also be able to observe safety and security procedures as well as use equipment and materials properly.  Candidate must have a High School diploma, and animal experience is strongly preferred.  Schedule will be flexible and will include weekends and evenings. 

For best consideration, please submit a cover letter and resume to hr@michiganhumane.org.  Please include BRCP in the subject line of your correspondence.  No phone calls, faxes, or third parties, please.

CUSTOMER SERVICE REP./ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN
Location: Rochester Hills
The Rochester Hills Center for Animal Care has openings for a full-time Customer Service Representative/Animal Care Technician’s (CSR/ACT).  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing general information and support to the public on the phone and in person, and also providing support to the Adoption area by performing some of the following duties:  assisting customers with preliminary adoption paperwork; greeting customers as they enter the facility and directing them to appropriate areas, while explaining procedure and protocols.  Also, providing direct care and maintenance for all animals in the shelter, including feeding, general husbandry and cleaning of the kennels, Shoreline cages, and all shelter areas.

The CSR/ACT must maintain a professional and positive attitude and uphold the principles and beliefs of the organization at all times; must focus on solving conflicts, maintain confidentiality, listen to customers without interruption, and be able to keep emotions under control.  Must be able to write clearly and informatively; read and interpret standard operating procedures and protocols; be able to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and take responsibility for own actions.  Must be able to observe safety and security procedures, and use equipment and materials properly.

Candidates must have a High School diploma or GED; and, one to three months related experience and/or training is a plus.  The candidate will also feed and water animals according to schedules and established protocol;   cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, and yard areas.  Maintains grounds of facility to ensure all fecal matter is removed as well as any debris.  Observes animals for signs of illness and advises proper personnel accordingly; holds animals during euthanasia process; bathes animals in accordance with established guidelines; exercises animals regularly to minimize the shelter environment stress; and, completes laundry and dish washing timely and effectively.

For best consideration, please submit a cover letter with resume to: bchamberlain@michiganhumane.org.  Please include CSR/ACT in the subject line of your correspondence.

SPECIAL PROJECT - RECRUITMENT MANAGER
Location: Bingham Farms
The Michigan Humane Society has a full time opening for a Recruitment Manager.  This is a temporary position with the potential to become permanent for the right candidate.   We are looking for a “Project Person”, preferably with strong sales, public relations, and promotions experience, to recruit team leaders and participants for the Mega March for Animals, a large fundraising walk.  This individual will be responsible for preparing the target list for additional recruiters; the Recruitment Manager will recruit 4 (four) times the number of team leaders as other designated recruiters; this position will share overall management and production of the event; will manage all recruiters; and will focus on participant recruitment.  Other responsibilities include:  Cold Calling - Telephone outreach to recruit new corporate team leaders and additional outreach to retain past event participants; cultivate relationships with prospective team leaders to recruit teams and raise funds; meticulously track and monitor participants using database; and, research potential companies and markets using the internet, etc... 

The ideal candidate will be responsible for recruitment of participants for this large-scale  special-event outreach project; should have proven success in sales/marketing and/ or new business cultivation; should be project oriented, hard-working, dynamic, energetic, detail-oriented with demonstrated time management and multi-tasking ability; must possess excellent verbal and written skills, including telephone prospecting and team-building; and must demonstrate a proven ability to motivate and lead. Helpful requirements would include: relationship-management, fundraising, “cause” marketing, and event planning.  This is a temporary, full-time, salaried position; some benefits available; 40 hours weekly, with some flexibility in schedule (to discuss at interview).  No phone calls, faxes, or third parties will be considered.

For best consideration, please e-mail your cover letter and resume to the Attention: Human Resources @ hr@michiganhumane.org by January 8, 2010.  Please reference SPRM-BFRM on all correspondence. 

CUSTOMER SERVICE REP./ANIMAL CARE TECHNICIAN
Locations: Detroit and Westland
The Michigan Humane Society has immediate openings for part and full-time Customer Service Representative/Animal Care Technician’s (CSR/ACT) at our Detroit and Westland facilities.  Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: providing general information and support to the public on the phone and in person, and also providing support to the Adoption area by performing some of the following duties:  assisting customers with preliminary adoption paperwork; greeting customers as they enter the facility and directing them to appropriate areas, while explaining procedure and protocols.  Also, providing direct care and maintenance for all animals in the shelter, including feeding, general husbandry and cleaning of the kennels, Shoreline cages, and all shelter areas. 

The CSR/ACT must maintain a professional and positive attitude and uphold the principles and beliefs of the organization at all times; must focus on solving conflicts, maintain confidentiality, listen to customers without interruption, and be able to keep emotions under control.  Must be able to write clearly and informatively; read and interpret standard operating procedures and protocols; be able to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and take responsibility for own actions.  Must be able to observe safety and security procedures, and use equipment and materials properly. 

Candidates must have a High School diploma; six to nine months of excellent customer service experience is required.  Candidate must be able to perform professionally in a pressure-filled environment.  Will also feed and water animals according to schedules and established protocol; cleans and disinfects kennels, cages, and yard areas.  Maintains grounds of facility to ensure all fecal matter is removed as well as any debris.  Observes animals for signs of illness and advises proper personnel accordingly; holds animals during euthanasia process; bathes animals in accordance with established guidelines; exercises animals regularly to minimize the shelter environment stress; and, completes laundry and dish washing timely and effectively.  Starting salary is between $8.50 to $8.75 per hour. 

For best consideration, please submit a cover letter with resume to: hr@michiganhumane.org.  Please include ACT/CSR in the subject line of your correspondence.

VETERINARY ASSISTANTS/VETERINARY TECHNICIANS - LICENSED AND UNLICENSED
Locations: Detroit and Westland
The Michigan Humane Society has immediate full, part-time, and contingent openings for experienced veterinary technicians and assistants.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: outpatient services, hospitalized patient care, as well as anesthetist and surgical assistant roles.  Positions will have a flexible schedule and hours, and will include evenings and weekends.  Individuals must maintain a professional, positive attitude, and uphold the principles and beliefs of the organization at all times.

The Michigan Humane Society (MHS) is a private, nonprofit organization which cares for over 100,000 animals each year at its three metro Detroit adoption and veterinary centers in Detroit, Rochester Hills and at its state-of-the-art Berman Center for Animal Care in Westland.  Established in 1877, MHS is one of the oldest and largest animal welfare organizations in the country.  Primarily serving companion animals, MHS’ programs include animal sheltering and adoption, behavioral assistance and training, veterinary care, reuniting lost animals with their guardians, cruelty investigation, emergency rescue, education, and legislative advocacy.

If you are interested in applying, please email a cover letter and resume to: hr@michiganhumane.org.  Please refer to code: Vetsupport in all correspondence.

No calls, faxes, or third parties, please.

VETERINARIAN 
Locations: Detroit, Rochester Hills and Westland
The Michigan Humane Society is looking for an energetic individual to join our family at our Rochester Hills Veterinary clinic.  Our varied and busy caseload provides experienced veterinarians, as well as new graduates, with the opportunity to enhance and expand their medical and surgical skills.  The open position is for an associate full-time small animal veterinarian to work 40 hours per week, flexible schedule, handling a variety of external clientele as well as in-shelter animals.  Good interpersonal skills and a positive attitude are necessary.  We are willing to train, but would prefer one-to-two years experience in an office setting.  The MHS offers a competitive wage and benefits package, including:  medical & dental insurance, paid time off, life and long & short-term disability insurance, 403(b) Thrift Plan, discounts for retail purchases and other services, professional liability insurance, continuing education allowance and generous vacation allowance and more.

The Michigan Humane Society has served the animals of southeast Michigan for over 125 years and is the largest animal welfare organization in Michigan, with three full-service animal centers and charitable veterinary clinics located in Detroit, Westland, and Rochester Hills.  Our practice is very well equipped, including ultrasonography, orthopedics, in-house laboratory services, endoscopy and much more.  We have a strong, skilled support staff at all of our locations.

If you are interested in joining our team, apply by emailing a cover letter, resume, & salary requirements to hr@michiganhumane.org.

No calls, faxes, or third parties, please.  Please reference VETBF in your correspondence.