Employment Opportunities

Thank you for your interest in joining the Lynchburg Humane Society Team! The Lynchburg Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, or domestic partner status.  The Lynchburg Humane Society  seeks individuals who enjoy working in a team environment and will abide by our Core Values . Apply now for the opportunity to work for a growing and changing organization that has many opportunities for growth and advancement. 

The Lynchburg Humane Society is a nationally recognized lifesaving shelter with an annual intake of about 3,500 pets.  We firmly believe that no healthy or treatable pet should be euthanized. By operating the public shelter for the City of Lynchburg, we accept those that are easily adoptable as pets, as well as those that need special nurturing from abusive or neglectful experiences. Along with our Center for Pets, we also have a regional spay and neuter/wellness clinic which performs over 7,000 spay/neuter surgeries annually.  The Lynchburg Humane Society not only saves pets from the City of Lynchburg, we also save hundreds pets each year who are at risk of euthanasia from other shelters.  The Lynchburg Humane Society participates in mentoring and training other organizations in life-saving programs in Virginia and across the country.


Community Resource Counselorfull-time position 
Location: LHS Center for Pets, Lynchburg, VA

Do you have a passion for helping people and pets in need? Our Community Resource team meets people at the front desk and offers resources and counseling to support keeping people and pets together, reuniting lost pets, and assisting pet owners in need.  This is a fast-paced position that requires compassionate communication, multitasking, great time management and excellent customer service skills.  Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Starting salary is $12.60/hr. 

Competitive benefits, including health insurance, matching IRA, paid time off and more are available.   If you want to be part of a progressive, life-saving organization, please fill out or application for employment  and read our Core Values , no phone calls please.


Adoption Counselor – full time position
Location: LHS Center for Pets, Lynchburg, VA 

Do you want to help pets and people Find Happiness? If you are friendly, outgoing, and excited about finding homes for pets then this job is for you!  Adoption Counselors are there for adopters each step of the way, building relationships through conversation, helping them find the right pet for their home, and offering tailored tips and resources to help set them up for success. Excellent customer service skills, attention to detail, and a love for working in a fast-paced environment are all a must for the right candidate. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays. Starting salary is $12.60/hr. 

Competitive benefits including health insurance, matching IRA, paid time off and more are available.   If you want to be part of a progressive, life-saving organization, please fill out or application for employment  and read our Core Values . No phone calls please.


Pet Care – full and part-time positions available
Location: LHS Center for Pets, Lynchburg, VA

Our Pet Care staff are the lifeline of LHS. They provide food, care, love, a clean atmosphere, and so much more to the pets that we care for at our Center for Pets. We are looking for dedicated, hardworking, and reliable individuals to join our team. Must be good in a team and fast-paced environment. Must have attention to detail and time management skills. Must be able and willing to work weekends and holidays. This position works either 7am-4pm, 8am-5pm, or 10am – 7pm – must be willing to work these full day shifts to be considered for this position. Starting salary is $12.60/hr.  Competitive benefits including health insurance, matching IRA, paid time off and more are available.   If you want to be part of a progressive, life-saving organization, please fill out our application for employment  and read our Core Values , no phone calls please.


Licensed Veterinary Technician (LVT) full and part-time positions available
Location: LHS Center for Pets, Lynchburg, VA

The Lynchburg Humane Society’s Center for Pets is seeking a dedicated Licensed Veterinary Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for animal care, possess the necessary skills to provide top-notch veterinary services to shelter pets, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
Must have a current Virginia LVT license.

Experience:
– Proficiency in dog handling, animal care, and animal physiology
– Familiarity with laboratory procedures related to veterinary medicine
– Knowledge of pet care practices and kennel management
– Ability to handle animals with patience and empathy

Joining our team as a Veterinary Technician offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your passion for animals can shine. This is a truly rewarding position where you can make a significant difference in the lives of our shelter pets. If you meet the requirements and are eager to contribute, we encourage you to apply. Expected salary range is $18-22/hour. Competitive benefits including health insurance, matching IRA, paid time off and more are available. If you want to be part of a progressive, life-saving organization, please fill out our application for employment and read our Core Values .


Vet Assistant – full time and part-time positions available
Location: LHS Spay/Neuter Clinic, Evington, VA

Want to be part of an amazing team and have a great schedule?  Look no further, we are seeking a vet assistant at our Spay/Neuter Clinic in Evington.  Our staff makes a positive impact every day helping cats and dogs live longer healthier lives while not contributing to pet overpopulation.  This position is focused on keeping the pets clean and supporting our veterinary staff.  We are looking for someone who is hardworking, compassionate, team-oriented, and reliable.  The schedule is typically Monday thru Thursday 7am-5pm.  The starting salary is $12.60/hr. Competitive benefits, including health insurance, matching IRA, paid time off, and more, are available. If you want to be part of a progressive, life-saving organization, please fill out our application for employment  and read our Core Values, No phone calls, please.


LVT or student enrolled in LVT school, Full Time and Part Time positions available
Location: LHS Spay/Neuter Clinic, Evington, VA

Lynchburg Humane Society’s Spay/Neuter clinic is seeking a licensed vet tech. Our clinic serves 7 counties surrounding the Greater Lynchburg City area, accepting between 125-300 patients a week.  Our distinguished, award winning 2 doctor led staff thrives in a fast paced environment that is dedicated to quality animal care for both shelter and owned animals. This is a team oriented environment where a positive attitude, flexible thinking and competent animal handling skills are a must. Our core values focus on a staff that is able to have fun while accomplishing goals in an effective, highly functioning clinic environment.

Duties involved, but are not limited to, surgical assisting, vaccination and medication of surgical patients, patient check-in, drug log maintenance, staff training and vaccine clinic appointments. We are willing to train the right candidate. Students must have passed their Pharmacology course to be considered.  Must be able to stand, walk, stoop, kneel, sit and crouch for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs and be comfortable restraining and interacting with animals.

Competitive benefits including health insurance, matching IRA, paid time off, convenient schedule (no evenings, 4 day work week), CE and license fee allowance and more are available.   If you want to be part of a progressive, life-saving organization, please fill out our application for employment  and read our Core Values , no phone calls please.