Special Projects Coordinator, Cruelty Investigations

Description

Position Objective:

To coordinate a variety of projects and provide support to the Cruelty Investigations Department

Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

Develop and coordinate various departmental projects from conception to completion

Quickly respond to incoming special project requests, including by performing research and analysis, corresponding with members of the public, and contacting public officials, law enforcement, and more

Liaise with other PETA departments on emerging technologies and assist the Cruelty Investigations Department with their implementation

Assist PETA’s lobbying efforts at the Virginia and North Carolina General Assemblies

Provide support across different divisions of the department to fill in during colleagues' absences and during times of unusually high case volume

Represent the organization to the general public and professionally advocate PETA's positions on various issues

Provide assistance and support for PETA's Community Animal Project (CAP) by participating in an after-hours on-call rotation and animal shelter welfare checks

Perform short-term field assignments

Perform any other duties assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

Degree in a related field or equivalent experience

Proven ability to produce exceptional, accurate research and analysis

Proven thorough knowledge of animal liberation issues and PETA campaigns

Proven excellent writing and editing abilities, technological proficiency, organizational skills, and attention to detail

Proven exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Proven ability to make sound judgments in crisis situations

Demonstrated ability to take initiative and follow through

Ability and willingness to travel

Ability and willingness to be on 24-hour emergency call

Animal handling experience preferred

Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. without assistance

Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid U.S. driver's license, a minimum of three years of driving experience, and a satisfactory driving record

Professional appearance and adherence to a healthy vegan lifestyle

Commitment to the objectives of the organization

The hourly pay range for this position is $19.30 - $24.58. The ultimate hourly pay within this range that will be offered to a qualified candidate will be determined based on the candidate’s experience.

A list of benefits available to qualified employees is available here .

Application Deadline:

Applications for this position will be accepted until November 26, 2026.

We may fill this job opening before the deadline if we find a qualified candidate.