TNVR Liaison & Community Cat Coordinator

Ventura County Animal Services

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 Position

Under general supervision of the Pets for Life Manager, the Community Cat/Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Return (TNVR) Coordinator provides a unique opportunity to contribute to sustaining the Ventura County Animal Services' (VCAS) lifesaving mission. The TNVR Community Cat Liaison will lead humane, sustainable, and community-driven efforts to reduce the overpopulation of community cats in the unincorporated areas of Ventura County and its contracted cities. This position builds neighborhood capacity, coordinates targeted TNVR programming, and connects residents with VCAS services (spay, neuter, and vaccinations) through the Pets for Life program to stabilize colonies, reduce nuisance behaviors, and lower shelter intake pressure. This is a fixed-term position for two years, focused on implementing targeted TNVR strategies and building sustainable community-based programs. The role requires fieldwork, community organizing, and coordination with VCAS leadership and external partners.

Ideal Candidate

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.

Payroll Title: Animal Care Technician II

Educational/Bilingual Incentive: Incumbents may be eligible for an educational incentive of 2.5%, 3.5%, or 5% based on completion of an Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's degree that is not required for the classification. Incumbents may also be eligible for bilingual incentive depending upon operational need and certification of skill.

Animal Care Technician II is represented by the Service Employees International Union (SEIU) and is eligible for overtime compensation.

Note: Fixed Term positions are Regular positions for a specific duration of time. This Fixed Term position is anticipated to expire on June 11, 2028.

Tentative Schedule

Opening Date: Thursday, May 28, 2026

Closing Date: Continuous and may close at any time; therefore, the schedule for the remainder of the process will depend upon when we receive a sufficient number of qualified applications to meet business needs.

Review of Applications: Applications will be reviewed on a weekly basis beginning the week of June 08, 2026.

Examples Of Duties

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.

Typical Qualifications

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

Education, Training, and Experience:

Any combination of experience which has led to the acquisition of the required knowledge and abilities related to the area of assignment.

• 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.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Must be willing and able to work in a facility where euthanasia is performed.
• Must be proficient with the Department's shelter software program (Chameleon) and foster management program within the first six (6) months of hire.
• Incumbents may be required to wear a uniform during work hours.
• Must be willing and able to stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, reach, and lift/carry animals and equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Must be willing and able to work rotating shifts, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, stand-by for emergency calls, and work in all weather conditions.

Desired:

• Experience implementing TNVR programs at scale.
• Familiar with Pets for Life or similar equity focused service models.
• Bilingual skills particularly in Spanish or other languages commonly spoken in Ventura County.
• Experience with grant writing, volunteer management, and partnership development.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Considerable knowledge of Trap, Neuter, Vaccinate and Release (TNVR) and humane community cat management practices, and methods for accurately gathering, synthesizing, evaluating, or conveying information;
• Principles and techniques of community volunteer coordination including training, recruiting, and education of best practices.

Through knowledge of:

• Modern office methods and practices; program development and implementation;