On-Call Certified Animal Safety Representative (Austin,...

American Humane Society currently accepts applications for our Certified Animal Safety Representatives (CASR) on a rolling basis for all geographic locations; we will keep your application on file for a period of time, and will reach out should an opening become availableu00a0in your area. We are currently hiring and recruiting on a rolling basis for our next training class with a preference for candidates that are located in/around the following areas: + Domestic Locations: + Wilmington, NC + Austin, TX u00a0 + International Locations: + Toronto, ON, Canada + Calgary, AB, Canada + Vancouver, BC, Canada + London, England + Prague, CZ American Humane Societyu2019s renowned No Animals Were Harmedu00ae program has multiple On-Call opportunities available with training.u00a0 The organization is seeking individuals with a Doctor in Veterinary Medicine (DVM) or Registered/Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT) license, or B.S. in Animal Science or related field to represent the organizationu2019s No Animals Were Harmedu00ae program as a Certified Animal Safety Representative (CASR) on motion picture, television, commercial and new media locations. American Humane Society is committed to fostering a welcoming workplace.u00a0 As we seek to fill this position, we encourage high-performing applicants from all backgrounds to apply. For nearly 150 years, American Humane Society has led the way in protecting animals and strengthening the bonds between animals and people. We respond first when animals need rescue, shelter, or protection. Through our groundbreaking programs u2013 from our u201cNo Animals Were Harmedu00aeu201d certification in Hollywood to our farm and conservation welfare standards u2013 we set the highest level of care and compassion in animal protection. Working at American Humane Society means being part of something bigger. With offices in Washington, D.C., Los Angeles, and Palm Beach, we provide a supportive, professional environment where your work makes a real difference in animalsu2019 lives. Job Summary: Responsible for representing American Humane Hollywoodu2019s u201cNo Animals Were Harmedu00aeu201d program on motion picture, television, commercial, and new media locations, to assure the humane treatment of animal performers, to document how the animals are housed and cared for, how various scenes and /or stunts using animal performers are accomplished. To advise regarding animal safety issues and uphold AHu2019s Guidelines for the Safe Use of Animals in Filmed Media. Work includes critical and sensitive contacts with animal trainers, production executives, crew members and occasionally the media. Responsibilities and Duties:u200b + Monitoring Animal Action in Filmed Media Educate film personnel in humane matters, assist in any manner that pertains to the animals that are performing in the film, and ensure the safety and welfare of the animal(s) involved. + Report Writing Timely and accurate report writing is critical; the report must be detailed in a manner that gives the reader a comprehensive understanding of the animal action, how it was achieved, and all safety precautions that were set in place to achieve the safety and welfare of all animals involved.u00a0 Reports enable post production staff to determine whether a production will receive the AH end credit certification, u201cNo Animals Were Harmedu00aeu201d, provide information for the written review and determine a rating. Reports also serve as an accountability record regarding the treatment of the animal(s). + Communication and Diplomacy: Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with diplomacy to work effectively with Hollywood program staff and production personnel, including: producers, directors, assistant directors, special effects personnel, pyrotechnics personnel, firefighters, wranglers, trainers, veterinarians, and local enforcement agencies, if an incident requires adjudication.u00a0 May need to act as liaison to local agencies that have jurisdiction over animal welfare issues. + Location of Work Assignments: NAWH CASRs are needed to work in their local and larger geographic regions as noted above as well as be available for travel to various locations throughout the country on an as needed basis.u00a0 Additionally, international travel requiring a passport may be requested at times and is optional.u00a0 Work assignments are often given on short notice and are subject to change.u00a0 Production assignments vary greatly in length, from one hour to several months at a time on location.u00a0 Production days may be 10-12 hours. CASRs must be equipped with various types of gear to adapt to extreme and changeable weather conditions that may occur during the filming of a production. + Research: The Hollywood program will make every attempt to schedule a CASR that has experience and knowledge of the type of animal/animals that are scheduled to perform. At times the CASR may need to research a species to perform effectively on an assignment. If there are questions, requests for further information regarding an assignment, the CASR is expected to contact the Hollywood programu2019s scheduling department to assist with any information i.e. species specific requirements for humane care and treatment, housing, safety precautions and filming specifics with which the CASR may not have adequate experience.u00a0 Dangerous animal action, i.e. explosives, stunts, pyrotechnics or any type of animal action that has the potential for serious injury requires the CASR to contact the Hollywood program office for instruction and/or experienced advice.u00a0 The general process is as follows: + The script will be read to determine the animal action that is being filmed. + Time permitting, the trainer and/or production will be called to determine how the scripted animal action will be achieved. + The pre-production information will be logged in the Hollywood program database. + The Hollywood programu2019s scheduling department will contact an CASR that is capable and available. + The available information will be given to the CASR assigned to the production. + The scheduling department/production will arrange for housing and transportation when necessary. + The CASR will be instructed with all the available, necessary information re: production contacts, geographical locations, potentially dangerous animal action, wrangler / trainer information, prior problems (good or bad) with the company/trainer/animal species/etc. as the information applies to their work with American Humane. + All the necessary paper work will be given to the CASR. + The CASR will be asked to sign confidentiality papers regarding the production, but these should be vetted through AHu2019s legal department. + The Hollywood programu2019s goal is to educate film personnel in humane matters, assist in any manner that pertains to the animal / animals that are performing in the film, and most of all to ensure the safety and welfare of the animal(s) involved. + All reports must be turned in on time and complete per the Report Writing policy. Essential experience, knowledge, skills and abilities: + Must have one or more of the following qualifications: + Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (DVM) + Registered/Licensed/Certified Veterinary Technician (RVT/LVT/CVT) + B.S. in Animal Science or related field from an accredited school, or equivalent combination of experience and education + Diversity of experience in animal health and behavior preferred + Commitment to animal welfare + Equine knowledge and experience preferred + Broad knowledge and familiarity with range of animals, from horses to snakes and spiders, fish, dogs, birds, goats and cats + Excellent verbal and written communication skills; active listening + Adept at building collaborative relationships and demonstrating diplomacy + Knowledge of special effects and stunts involving animals preferred + Work effectively without direct supervision in the field + Detail-oriented and organized + Excellent judgment + Must be able to analyze situations and make recommendations within a short period + Adept at using computer for email and writing reports + Successful completion of the American Humane Society Certified Animal Safety Representative Training Course is required Physical demands and work environment:u00a0 To become a CASR, all selected applicants must complete and pass the CASR training during their probationary period of employment.u00a0 This training lasts approximately 5 weeks and consists of approximately 1 week of classroom training and 4 weeks of on-set training. u00a0The work environment principally consists of motion picture production sound stages and off-lot motion picture production interior and exterior location sets in various types of buildings and/or outdoor locations.u00a0 Requires the ability to work outdoors in rough terrain, and the ability to work in a variety of climatic conditions.u00a0 + The physical working environment is primarily outdoors and may require working in extreme cold, extreme heat, wet and/or humid weather conditions. + Walking, climbing, balancing and standing while on location during the production of motion pictures, lifting on occasion 10 kg or more.u00a0 Reaching, handling, stooping and bending when observing and recording related duties. + Excellent vision from 6 meters or more. + Valid driveru2019s license required and ability to provide own transportation to production location. + Local, national and/or international travel will be required on-call, sometimes on short notice. + Monitoring of production work can occur at any time of day or night and is subject to change; starting and ending times vary based on production schedule. A production day may be 10 to 12 hours. Materials and Equipment Used: + Required uniform + Computer + Paperwork/Guidelines + Proper Identification + Automobile + Digital camera + Binoculars + Cell phone + Flashlight + Batteries + Proper weather equipment + Change of clothes + First aid kit - (personal) American Humaneu00a0Societyu2019s core values define our workplace, and these values serve as the cornerstone for interactions in advancing our mission and institutional goals. Employees are expected to adhere to all organizational policies and to act as role models, demonstrating American Humaneu00a0Societyu2019s core values: + Compassion u2013 Being kind and caring in our interactions with others. + Accountability - Holding ourselves to the highest standards. Following through on commitments and owning our actions, behavior, and decisions. + Respect for All u2013 Being professional, listening to others and honoring diversity in all its forms. + Loyalty to Mission u00a0u2013 Staying focused on our purpose and our mission u2013 our nationu2019s most vulnerable depend on us. + Sustainability - Contributing to being a great place to work and achieving our shared mission and goals to make a difference, now and in the future. + Honesty, Integrity, Trust u2013 Demonstrating transparency, as trusted stewards of donor resources, supporting our leadership and one another. American Humane Society (AHS) is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to fostering a welcoming, supportive workplace where our work makes a real difference in animals' lives. American Humane will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angelesu2019 Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. Powered by JazzHR

Created: 2025-12-19