Lead Staff Veterinarian

Job Description

Job Description

Ready to make a powerful impact where you are needed most? Founded in 1949, the Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region (HSPPR) is Southern Colorado's largest animal welfare organization. We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, powered by over 250 dedicated staff members. We value compassion, collaboration, and service, all while prioritizing staff wellbeing. HSPPR is contracted to run the Pueblo Shelter and Animal Law Enforcement. We also operate a thriving Wellness Clinic providing affordable vaccines and spay/neuter services to the public. Join us and be the lifeline this community needs!

About the job:

As Lead Veterinarian in Pueblo, your day begins by performing HQHV spay/neuter surgeries for shelter, TNR, and community animals. From there, brace for the thrilling unpredictability of shelter medicine! Whether you are leading rounds, designing life-saving treatment plans, performing advanced procedures (like amputations and foreign body removals), or responding to emergency hoarding intakes, every single day offers a fresh, rewarding challenge.

What you will gain from working at HSPPR:

• Become part of a team focused on impactful work, while prioritizing the human animal bond and access to veterinary care.
• Collaborate and work with our team of highly skilled veterinarians in areas of shelter medicine, HQHV spay/neuter, TNR, emergency procedures and dentals, or provide wellness services to the owned animals in our community.
• Use your skills to help fulfill the need in the Pueblo community.
• Enjoy a busy, but supportive working environment with skilled medical staff aiding you in surgery, patient care and wellness.
• Work with a leadership team that is as committed to your wellbeing as we are to animal welfare.
• Bring your passion, find your purpose!

Compensation and Schedule:

• Based primarily at the Pueblo shelter campus, with at least three weekly shifts at the Pueblo campus. Additional shift(s) will rotate through Wellness clinics and the Colorado Springs shelter campus.
• Four ten-hour shifts
• Regular schedule will include at least one weekend shift
• Schedule may be subject to change based on organizational needs.
• Salary: $125,000 - $140,000, dependent on experience.

Education/Experience Necessary

• Graduated from an accredited veterinary medical college – DVM or equivalent.
• Licensed to practice veterinary medicine in the State of Colorado.
• Three plus years of experience in a high volume spay/neuter clinic or shelter setting.
• Three plus years of experience practicing veterinary medicine in an animal shelter, including surgical procedures, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated aptitude in clinical medicine and surgery.
• Experience in animal welfare and shelter operations.
• Ability to work and make decisions independently.
• Demonstrated success in working with a diverse team of professionals, skilled in managing varied relationships and successful at facilitating collaboration and cooperation.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.

Apply today and help create the events that make lifesaving possible.

** Applications accepted through Friday, August 14, 2026 or until position is filled **

In addition to competitive salaries, we offer comprehensive benefits to our full-time staff.

Benefits include:

Health Insurance ~~ 401K with employer matching up to 4% of salary ~~ Dental and vision Plans ~~ Supplemental Group Life Insurance ~~ Short and long term disability Insurance ~~ Paid time off ~~ Holidays ~~ Direct Deposit ~~ Personal Pet Perks ~~ Wellness Programs ~~ Paid Sabbatical after 5 years of employment

The Humane Society of the Pikes Peak Region is a Public Service Loan Forgiveness qualified employer. To learn more about this program, go to

The core values of the staff unite us and guide us to provide the best service to the animals in our care, our organization, and our community.

Core Values Statements-

• Compassion: We believe that animals matter. We are committed to treating animals and people with kindness, respect and compassion.
• Stewardship: We are accountable and transparent in our actions and in the use of our resources to build trust in those we serve.
• Integrity: We believe we can make the greatest impact by staying true to our mission, always doing what is best for the animals and people of our community, and by standing united in our decisions.
• Excellence: We are passionate about our mission, and strive for excellence through continual learning, innovation and the development of our board, staff and volunteers.
• Collaboration: We seek strategic partnerships and alliances to advance the welfare and protection of animals and people.
• Service: We exist to serve our communities and operate with this commitment to serve as front and center in all we do.

As a condition of employment with HSPPR, you will be required to authorize HSPPR and ProScreening to conduct a background check before confirming an employment start date. The background check will include a criminal investigation, verification of citizenship/immigration status, and a motor vehicle record. By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that any offers of employment will be contingent upon completion of the background check to the satisfaction of HSPPR.

In consideration of any offers of employment made as a result of your interest in this position, by applying for this position, you hereby waive any and all claims that you may have against HSPPR for invasion of privacy in respect to drug testing and background checks as listed above.