Career Center

Animal Law is growing every year, and with this growth comes increased opportunities to specialize in the field. There are a variety of ways to advocate for animals, whether it is working as a prosecutor to better enforce anti-cruelty statutes or representing clients in private civil suits in a veterinary malpractice or wrongful death case. Involvement in Animal Law internships or clinicals is an excellent way for students to target what they might prefer their area of exertise to be and how they are best suited to advocate on behalf of animals.

Meyer Glitzen & Crystal - Law Clerk

Generally, each semester The Firm hires between one and three law clerks to work part-time or full-time. We also hire several summer associates each summer. We have had law clerks and summer associates receive externship credit from their law school; placed as part of a law school co-op program; or come with scholarship funding from the Equal Justice Foundation, Public Interest Law Foundation or other sources. In other cases, we pay law clerks and summer associates based on a public interest pay scale. Specific openings for which we are considering candidates at this time are indicated below.

We are accepting applications for 2L and 3L Law Clerks for the 2009 spring semester, either full or part-time. Law Clerks assist with all aspects of litigation and, depending on the firm's case load, will likely have the opportunity to work on a range of issues, including animal welfare, environmental protection, and open government.

Law Clerks typically arrange for public interest funding, or alternatively, class credit. Those Law Clerks with only partial or no funding may be compensated on a public interest pay scale commensurate with the nature of our practice.

Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills are required. Environmental and/or animal law background is preferable, although not required.

To apply, please mail a cover letter, resume, transcript, three references, and a short writing sample (approximately five pages) to Delcianna Winders, Meyer Glitzenstein & Crystal, 1601 Connecticut Avenue, N.W. Suite 700, Washington, D.C. 20009-1035. If you would like confirmation that your application has been received, please include a self-addressed stamped post card. Please do not submit applications via email.

Humane Research Council - Advocacy Research Interns

The Humane Research Council (HRC) is seeking one or two qualified research interns to support our staff in the development of independent studies and centralized research tools. The primary objective of the internship will be to identify new studies related to animal and environmental protection and then incorporate those studies into HRC’s HumaneSpot.org research database. The position will also involve assisting HRC’s staff in planning research projects and increasing utilization of our resources for advocates.

This internship will provide students with hands-on experience utilizing online research tools and other methods to identify and interpret relevant research. Interns will gain a deep understanding of the animal and environmental protection movements’ use of research and the kind of data available. Interns will also have the opportunity to explore research topics of particular personal interest in greater depth. Specifically, the Advocacy Research Intern will be expected to accomplish the following tasks:

Identify new sources of research and new studies for the HumaneSpot.org database.

Write summaries and abstracts and for new research items and enter them into the database.

Conduct meta-analyses of all available public opinion research by topic and write up results.

Identify opportunities to increase utilization of the database and other HRC resources.

Regularly track and report the results of efforts to HRC’s intern manager.

Qualifications

Following are the key qualifications for this position

Must be a current graduate or undergraduate student attending a four-year university.

Academic focus on social science or public policy is preferred, but others will be considered.

A strong interest in animal/environmental protection issues and related advocacy strategies.

Ability to work autonomously and remotely, with access to a phone, computer, and internet.

Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills, with ability to communicate results effectively.

Ability to work closely and effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.

About HRC

The Humane Research Council’s mission is to empower animal and environmental advocates with access to the research, analysis, strategies, and messages that maximize their effectiveness. To that end, we provide a comprehensive secondary research database, primary research services, independent studies, and other resources to assist advocates in their work. HRC is an equal opportunity employer.

How to Apply

Please send a cover letter and resume (in either PDF or Word format) by email to info@humaneresearch.org. You may also mail a hardcopy, however email is preferred.

ASPCA - Senior Vice President, Anti-Cruelty Group

Job Summary:

Manage the efforts of the ASPCA Anti Cruelty Group including Humane Law Enforcement, Veterinary Forensics, Government Affairs/Legislative Initiatives, Field Services and the NY City Anti-Cruelty Center.to assure that the local and nationwide resources of the ASPCA are coordinated and focused on our mission to prevent cruelty to animals.

Job Responsibilities:

• Manage the strategic initiatives of each of the ACG Team Leaders to determine the appropriate goals and priorities for each and the essential coordination between teams.

• Direct ACGTeam Leaders in collaborating to create world class staff, policies and procedures to curb cruelty to animals in NY, and to migrate these best practices to communities across the country.

• Represent the ASPCA before the public, government bodies, the press and the animal welfare professional community as a local and national expert on countering animal cruelty.

• Provide direction to guide the organization’s interests and activities involving government and regulatory officials at the local, state and federal level.

• Assesses the execution of the strategic plan and the results achieved by each team.

• Assist in the liaison with law enforcement groups nationwide (judicial, DA’s, PD’s, etc.) to determine their needs and provide programs to meet them.

• Collaborate with the Program Leaders in Community Outreach and Animal Health Services to bring appropriate best practices in their areas to the ACG.

Education:

Law degree, PhD or Master’s degree in criminal justice with awareness of the legal system.

Experience:

10 years in law enforcement at a senior level. Prosecutorial background in animal cruelty would be a decided advantage. Experience in working collaboratively with veterinary and/or medical professionals a plus.

Awareness of the realities of the political system in seeking legislative progress.

Knowledge Requirements:

As above, comprehends the issues in proposing legislation, seeing it successfully enacted, educating practitioners, investigating violations, prosecuting offenders, enforcing compliance, treating victims and implementing preventative measures.

Skills Requirements:

Ability to lead a diverse staff of professionals who must work together collaboratively.

Public persona to provide an expert voice for preventing cruelty.

Able to form collaborative groups of outside organizations to help achieve the ASPCA’s strategic goals.

Additional Information:

This position is based in New York City and will involve moderate travel requirements.

Benefits:

Our New York office is located in mid-town Manhattan. If interested please email resume, cover letter and salary requirements to National Programs Form: http://www.aspca. org/submitresume2

or visit us at www.aspca.org

Compensation is competitive and a full-time position offers a generous benefit package that includes: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, STD, LTD, 401(k), Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Transit Checks, Tuition Assistance Program, Training Seminars, Pet Insurance, Vacation, Sick, Personal & Company Holiday time off.

Contact Information:

ASPCA

New York, New York 10018

917-386-6490 (fax)

hr@aspca.org

http://www.aspca. org

Oregon Humane Society - Animal Cruelty Investigator

The Animal Cruelty Investigator is specially commissioned by the Governor of the State of Oregon to investigate and enforce cases of criminal activity concerning the welfare of animals. Animal Cruelty Investigators also provide a great deal of Humane Education to clients and the general public.

This position requires officers to investigate all complaints received by the Oregon Humane Society regarding the wellbeing of a wide range of animals. The Animal Cruelty Investigator will make appropriate arrests in criminal animal cases when appropriate and fully document the incidents, in a matter suitable for submission to local prosecutorial authorities. Investigators spend the majority of their working time in the field. Jurisdiction is statewide, but primary enforcement and education occurs in the Portland Metro Area. They collaborate on a daily basis with various law enforcement agencies from the state, local, and federal levels by providing assistance and education when requested in animal welfare investigations.

Requirements:

- A basic police officer certification in good standing from any state in the US (Oregon preferred)

- College coursework in a law enforcement, criminal justice and/or animal science field is preferable

- Excellent verbal and writing skills

- Ability to speak and read in English and communicate with the public in a consistently positive, educational manner - ability to communicate in Spanish desired

- Basic knowledge of dog breeds, cats and animal behavior

- Must successfully complete the Law Enforcement Training Institute Level I course within one year of employment.

- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and other Windows-based software

- Bondable and the ability to maintain a valid Oregon Driver's License in good standing

- Must pass a criminal background check and all background requirements by the State of Oregon in order to become a commissioned Special Agent.

The work week consists of 4 -10 hour shifts, primarily during the day but may include an occasional weekend or evening. The starting salary range is from $37,500 to $40,000 and Investigators have the option of a take-home vehicle. We offer 100% employer paid benefits including health, dental, life and disability insurance after 90 days and 401k with match after 1 year.

TO APPLY:

Please send a cover letter and resume to acisa@oregonhumane.org or mail to Oregon Humane Society, 1067 NE Columbia Boulevard, Portland, OR 97211. No phone calls please.

http://www.oregonhumane. org/about_us/employment. asp#SA