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Date Posted: 7/30/2026
Organization: Lindsay Wildlife Experience
Location: Walnut Creek, CA
Job Title: Wildlife Hospital Coordinator
Position Type: Paid Position
Position Hours: Full Time
Position Description: The Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital Coordinator reports to the Wildlife Rehabilitation Manager and is responsible for managing the daily rehabilitation operation, maintaining the facility, supplies, budget and organization in the hospital and homecare. Managing the wildlife hotline and accession desk. Maintaining the financial records for hospital purchases. The Wildlife Rehabilitation Hospital Coordinator carries out administrative, and husbandry duties, following written and verbal protocols established by the rehabilitation manager to train staff, interns and volunteers to ensure the safe, effective and efficient operation of the hospital.
The priorities for this position are to 1) provide high-quality customer service, in-depth knowledge of wildlife operations, resources and procedures to provide counseling for wildlife related issues and inquiries, and 2) save the lives of injured and orphaned wild animals in our care by assisting in the efficient and professional administration of the department.
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Date Posted: 7/25/2026
Organization: Ohlone Humane Society Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Location: Newark, CA
Job Title: Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Manager
Position Type: Paid Position
Position Hours: Part Time
Position Description: Wildlife Rehabilitation Center Program: We take in injured and orphaned urban wildlife from the Tri Cities, rehabilitate them and release them back to the wild.
OHS Mission Statement:
Ohlone Humane Society strives to inspire respect and compassion for all animals, advocate for their interests and welfare, and instill in our community that all living beings have a right to be treated humanely.
Our Organization
Ohlone Humane Society is a 501 (c) 3 non-profit that has served the communities of
Newark, Fremont, and Union City since 1983. The wildlife center facility is located at 37175 Hickory Street Newark, California, and has been in operation since 1997, taking in over 27,000 animals in need. Approximately 600 injured or orphaned wildlife come into our care annually.
Our wildlife center facility was built from the ground up by community members and OHSWRC volunteers. Our facility has 3 nurseries, 3 waterbird, 8 song bird and raptor, and 3 mammal habitats plus an office and a shared kitchen/exam room. Ohlone Humane
Society’s wildlife rehabilitation program serves the public and community by treating
injured and orphaned native wildlife, as regulated and authorized under the government agencies and the permits under which we operate. Our organization is funded by community support, grants, memberships, and donations.
The goal is to release these wild animals that come to us by providing them with the best medical and husbandry care possible to prepare them for their return to the wild. We also educate the public and encourage the public to have respect and compassion for all living things that we share this planet with.
Responsibilities
Responsible for fostering, developing, and maintaining all professional relationships with other wildlife rehabilitation centers in the area, animal services departments, veterinary
professionals in the area, volunteers, the OHS Board of Directors, and most importantly the public and communities we serve.
Train and supervise support staff and all volunteers. Maintain a working environment of professionalism, respect, and positive relationships among staff and volunteers and
ensure a high level of customer service is provided to the public.
Develop, maintain, and update protocols and procedures to ensure that all are well communicated between the board of directors, volunteers, and support staff.
Perform medical tasks such as fluid therapy, wound care, injections, and administering medication.
Determine and provide appropriate triage/emergency care, housing/enclosures, and nutrition.
Perform examinations of incoming patients to triage for return to the wild, treatment at the center, or euthanasia.
Provide daily care, housing, and feeding of on-site wildlife. Including some home care.
Excellent basic mathematical skills and the ability to accurately work with units of weight, volume, and concentration.
Pick up and transport injured, or orphaned wildlife as needed.
Must commit to working hours according to the needs of our wildlife patients which may include some homecare.
Must be able to work a flexible schedule to accommodate the influx of animals during spring and summer while assisting with other duties relating to fundraising, community
outreach, facility repairs, and upgrades in the fall and winter.
Maintain inventory of supplies needed to operate and order supplies, as necessary.
Maintain daily record keeping of animal patient records.
Compile end-of-year annual reports as required by law and under the conditions of the permits under which we operate.
Keep permits updated and ensure compliance with state and federal regulatory agencies.
Collaborate with the Social Media Coordinator posting weekly animal updates.
Qualifications
A college degree as a veterinary technician or equivalent hands on experience.
Hands-on experience working with native avian and mammal wildlife.
Ability to work in a high-pressure environment.
Proof of pre-exposure rabies vaccinations.
Euthanasia license.
Proof of up-to-date tetanus shot.
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Date Posted: 6/21/2026
Organization: WildCare
Location: San Rafael, CA
Job Title: Executive Director
Position Type: Paid Position
Position Hours: Full Time
Position Description: WildCare is entering a transformative era, marked by the highly anticipated opening of its new Wildlife Hospital and Education Center in Albert Park, San Rafael, in October 2026. This milestone is the culmination of a successful $24M capital campaign, reflecting the Bay Area community’s unwavering support for WildCare’s mission. The incoming Executive Director will have the exciting opportunity to lead this beloved institution during a significant period of transition, overseeing a fully funded project backed by a dedicated board, talented staff, and passionate volunteers.
The Executive Director will lead the organizational evolution that accompanies WildCare's move into its new, state-of-the-art facility, ensuring continued financial resilience and expanding community impact. This includes supervising key senior staff, including the Chief Financial Officer and Senior Director of Operations, building relationships with funders and donors, and sustaining the culture and values that define WildCare's work. A critical part of this role will be inspiring and motivating a dedicated team of staff and a large volunteer community whose passion and commitment are central to WildCare's mission. The organization enters this chapter with a supportive community, significant goodwill, and strong momentum, giving the incoming leader an exceptional platform to grow WildCare's reach in wildlife care and education.
The ideal candidate is an inspiring change leader and clear communicator, adept at engaging diverse audiences, from board and staff to major donors, civic leaders, and the broader public. They bring emotional intelligence and a people-centered approach, with the ability to lead talented staff through organizational evolution without losing the "heart" that makes WildCare beloved. A genuine passion for the animals and communities WildCare serves is essential. This is a rare opportunity to shape the future of an organization that is well resourced, well loved, and ready for its exciting next chapter.
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