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Employment Opportunities

From the Desk of Our HR Pup, Heyday…

Thank you for your interest in making a lifesaving difference for pets in our local community!

To apply for one of our open positions, please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]. To help our HR Pup, Heyday, know which position you’re applying for, be sure to include the title of the position in the subject line of your email.

Donor Database & Administrative Coordinator (Full-time with benefits)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Donor Database & Administrative Coordinator supports the Heritage Humane Society’s fundraising, donor stewardship, financial-recording, and administrative functions. This position is responsible for accurately processing and acknowledging charitable contributions, maintaining complete donor records, coordinating recurring and specialized gifts, managing several donor-recognition programs, and providing administrative support to the Executive team.

The successful candidate will be highly organized, detail-oriented, comfortable working with financial and confidential information, and committed to providing donors and community partners with timely, thoughtful, and professional service.

Click here to review the Donor Database & Administrative Coordinator job description and application instructions.

Animal Care Technician (ACT) (Full-time with benefits)

POSITION SUMMARY: The ACT is responsible for working alongside the Animal Care Attendants and volunteers during the daily cleaning, feeding, walking and enrichment tasks as well as assisting with the daily assignments for the team members. The ACT is expected to assist with providing detailed training on proper cleaning protocols and practices to volunteers and community service workers. Mentors and trains new staff members.

Maintaining a clean facility while providing daily care and sanitation for sheltered companion animals at The Heritage Humane Society is a must. Role-modeling excellent animal care for staff members and volunteers as well as making sound decisions is a critical function of the ACT. Great customer service skills in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a positive, professional attitude with a focus on teamwork is expected of all employees. The perfect candidate will be cross-trained and willing/able to work with dogs, cats, and small critters and be able to assist with a variety of other duties as needed.

Click here to review the Animal Care Technician (ACT) job description and application instructions.

Events & Community Engagement Manager (Full-time with benefits)

POSITION SUMMARY: The Events & Community Engagement Manager is responsible for planning and executing Heritage Humane Society’s signature fundraising events and community engagement initiatives that inspire generosity, strengthen community partnerships, and advance the organization’s mission.

Working in close partnership with the Executive Director, the organization’s chief fundraiser, this hands-on position leads the coordination of events, sponsorships, fundraising campaigns, volunteer committees, and community partnerships that generate philanthropic support and deepen engagement with HHS. Serving as the primary staff lead for event planning and execution, the Manager collaborates across departments and with volunteers to deliver exceptional experiences that build lasting relationships and help sustain the lifesaving work of the Society.

Click here to review the Events & Community Engagement Manager job description and application instructions.

Open Hours
  • Monday - CLOSED
  • Tuesday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Wednesday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Thursday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Friday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Saturday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Sunday - 12 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
  • Surrender Hours
    • Please call at least 24 hours in advance to schedule your surrender appointment (757-221-0150 ext.0). Our surrender hours are from 8:30 a.m. - 11 a.m., by appointment only. Stray animals do not require an appointment, but when possible please call ahead.
    Contact Information
    • Heritage Humane Society
    • 430 Waller Mill Road
    • Williamsburg, VA 23185
    • 757-221-0150
    • [email protected]
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    Our Mission: Heritage Humane Society serves as compassionate stewards of homeless pets that are in transition from stray/surrender to forever homes. We serve to educate the public about humane animal care and treatment, advocate animal welfare, and provide affordable adoption services.
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