GBHS employees bring our diverse backgrounds and skills to the table, united by the passion we share for our mission—to promote the humane treatment of people and animals through education, advocacy, and services. Join our mission. Start a career at the Greater Birmingham Humane Society.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
At the Greater Birmingham Humane Society (GBHS), we care about our employees. Our comprehensive benefits are designed to enhance all aspects of our employees’ lives. From creating a supportive working environment, to allowing for time away from work to recharge, the GBHS benefits package makes us an active supporter of our employee’s health, wellness, and quality of life.
Full-time Employees- employees can choose from between our two tiers of insurance coverage for Health and Dental:
Medical Insurance (GBHS pays portion toward a portion of the premium)
2 tier levels- Gold or Bronze plans with BCBS of AL
Dental Insurance
2 tier levels- Essential or Premier with BCBS of AL
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability (GBHS pays this for all FT employees)
Supplemental Voluntary plans also available: Life insurance, AD&D, LTD
PTO
Ranges from 160 to 200 hours per year, depending upon years of service
Holiday Pay
GBHS observed holidays- New Year’s Day, Easter, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Day.
Discounted Tuition at Faulkner University for eligible animal welfare-related programs
All Employees:
Employee Assistance Program (GBHS pays for this benefit)
Available 24/7 for employees and their dependents needing mental health, family, marital, substance abuse, legal, or financial help.
401K
Available after 12 consecutive months and at least 1,000 hours with GBHS. GBHS will match an equal amount of contributions up to 1% of the employee’s salary.
Employee Pet Care Program
Affordable medical care for employee pets
Competitive rates of pay
EMPLOYEE TESTIMONIALS
“I love getting to work with people that share the same views and passion towards animals. And willing to do whatever it takes to get them out of bad situations and into better ones. I love being a part of a team and a family. ”
“I enjoy working at GBHS because the team of staff and volunteers here understand and live by the mission to serve the animals and the people in our community. My favorite part of the day is that no two days are the same - so it can be a walk through the shelter when new animals come in, seeing a favorite animal get adopted, or helping someone who has reached out for help with their pet. ”
“I enjoy working at GBHS because, I know I am making a difference in the animals’ lives. My favorite part of the day is when I notice an animal coming out of his/her shell. Working at GBHS or any rescue/shelter is hard but so rewarding. Knowing you have changed an animal’s life for better is the best feeling. ”
“The best part is seeing how the animals transform once getting proper care and love. There is nothing better. A broken dog could come in, not wanting any interaction, but with time, love and patience that dog now seeks your attention because they have learned to trust you. It is a wonderful feeling. My favorite part of the day is seeing animals get adopted to good homes”