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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Position Objective:

To coordinate a variety of projects and provide support to the Cruelty Investigations Department

Primary Responsibilities And Duties

Develop and coordinate various departmental projects from conception to completion
Quickly respond to incoming special project requests, including by performing research and analysis, corresponding with members of the public, and contacting public officials, law enforcement, and more
Liaise with other PETA departments on emerging technologies and assist the Cruelty Investigations Department with their implementation
Assist PETA’s lobbying efforts at the Virginia and North Carolina General Assemblies
Provide support across different divisions of the department to fill in during colleagues' absences and during times of unusually high case volume
Represent the organization to the general public and professionally advocate PETA's positions on various issues
Provide assistance and support for PETA's Community Animal Project (CAP) by participating in an after-hours on-call rotation and animal shelter welfare checks
Perform short-term field assignments
Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

Degree in a related field or equivalent experience
Proven ability to produce exceptional, accurate research and analysis
Proven thorough knowledge of animal liberation issues and PETA campaigns
Proven excellent writing and editing abilities, technological proficiency, organizational skills, and attention to detail
Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills
Proven ability to make sound judgments in crisis situations
Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through
Ability and willingness to travel
Ability and willingness to be on 24-hour emergency call
Animal handling experience preferred
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance
Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record
Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle
Commitment to the objectives of the organization

The hourly pay range for this position is $19.30 - $24.58. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience.

A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here.

Application Deadline

Applications for this position will be accepted until November 26, 2026.

We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.

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