TNVR Liaison & Community Cat Coordinator

Community Cat/Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (TNVR) Coordinator

Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) is an open admission, life-saving, municipal animal welfare agency committed to protecting and improving the lives of animals and residents throughout Ventura County. At VCAS, you'll be part of a mission-driven team that provides compassionate care and vital services including animal sheltering, pet adoptions, lost & found, field services, cruelty investigations, pet licensing, TNR surgical services, low-cost vaccination clinics, volunteer and foster programs, and emergency disaster response.

We are dedicated to enhancing the health, safety, and well-being of animals in our care and within our community. Through timely, compassionate service, education, and outreach, we empower our community to become active partners in animal welfare, while safeguarding the health and safety of the people of Ventura County. While administration duties will be primarily at the Camarillo shelter, incumbent may be required to drive throughout Ventura County.

Join VCAS and be part of a team where your passion and skills can create a lasting impact for both animals and people every day.

The ideal candidate is passionate about animal welfare and community engagement, with strong knowledge of TNVR practices and experience in outreach or program development. They are an effective communicator who can build trust with diverse communities and collaborate with a wide range of partners. Strong organizational skills are essential, as the role requires managing multiple projects, partnerships, and data reporting responsibilities.

Bilingual skills, particularly in Spanish or other languages commonly spoken in Ventura County, are preferred. Experience with the sheltering database program Chameleon is preferred. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with constant communication with multiple teammates, as well as doing outreach and giving direction to community volunteers. Must be able to maintain accurate records and scheduling.

Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Creates and supports neighborhood-based Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) groups to address local overpopulation.
• Develops and delivers educational programs on community cat management and Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) best practices.
• Coordinates targeted Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) operations in priority areas using intake and complaint data.
• Assists with logistics, trap distribution, and volunteer coordination for Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) events.
• Provides community Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) volunteers with supplies for animals as needed; ensures volunteers are adhering to best practices.
• Maintains accurate records of colonies, sterilizations, vaccinations, and community engagement activities.
• Maintains and updates veterinary appointment scheduling and training scheduling programs.
• Acts as a liaison to the Ventura County Animal Services (VCAS) Community Outreach Manager for spay/neuter/vaccination services via Pets for Life.
• Maintains consistent contact and communication with community volunteers throughout the day by phone, email, text message; maintains the resources webpage to assist community Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) volunteers.
• Performs administrative duties including data entry/updating volunteer program software and shelter software; updates program policies, procedures, manuals, and other materials as needed.
• Produces monthly summaries and quarterly public dashboards on program outcomes.
• Builds partnerships with clinics, nonprofits, and community organizations to expand Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) capacity.
• Creates social media posts to market program as well as recruit community Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) volunteers.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

These are entrance requirements to the exam process and ensure neither continuance in the process nor placement on an eligible list.

• One (1) year experience (full-time regular employment) in caring and handling animals in an animal control/regulatory agency, veterinary office, animal care facility, or animal hospital.
• OR
• One (1) year experience as an Animal Care Technician I OR Animal Control Officer I with the County of Ventura.
• Necessary special requirements:
• Two (2) years of program development and implementation.
• Knowledge of Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (TNVR) and humane community cat management practices.
• Two (2) years of experience in animal welfare, community outreach, or related field.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to engage with diverse communities and build collaborative relationships.
• Proficiency with data tracking tools and basic mapping concepts.
• Must possess and maintain a valid California driver license.
• Must be willing and able to work at various locations and travel throughout Ventura County.
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