Join Our Team
Bring your talents and passion to work for an organization regularly ranked among the 100 Best Nonprofits to Work for in Oregon! We are looking for people who want to connect with the community and help cats find loving new homes.
Our people matter, and we know that our team impacts the success of our programs. That’s part of why we offer competitive wages, plus a welcoming, supportive workplace culture!
Job Listings
Thrift Store Associate (Full-time)
Do you enjoy working with a team to support retail clients? Are you into collectibles and consignment? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of cats and kittens? We may have the job for you!
CAT Thrift Store is hiring for a full-time Thrift Store Associate to join our team. This position provides welcoming and friendly customer service to shoppers, adopters, and donors at our thrift store, located in the Raleigh Hills neighborhood of SW Portland, Oregon. As a Thrift Store Associate, you’ll assist with day-to-day operations of the store, including sorting donations, ringing sales, pricing items, maintaining the sales floor and backroom, coordinating with volunteers, and providing cat care to the feline shelter ambassador. Knowledge, experience, and interest in the thrift & consignment industry is helpful but not required. Previous retail and customer service will help you have success in this role.
CAT is focused on creating a positive, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Take a look at our Workplace Culture Agreement and DEI Statement of Principle to learn more.
This is an hourly, full-time position. Days will vary depending on need, including the availability to work evenings and weekends. CAT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO and paid holidays, health insurance and 403(b) options, an Employee Assistance Program, and other great perks. Pay range for this position starts at $18.50–$21 per hour.
Learn More: Visit our Employment Portal to see the full job description and how to apply.
Executive Office Administrator (Full-time)
Bring your experience and enthusiasm to Cat Adoption Team (CAT) and be a part of our lifesaving mission serving cats and our community! We’re seeking a detail-oriented, organized individual to join our team as the Executive Office Administrator. In this role, you’ll be responsible for providing administrative and project support to the executive director as well as purchasing, facilities management, compliance, and leading the safety committee.
Prior experience as an office manager or administrative/executive assistant is required for this position. For success in this role, you’ll need to be a skilled problem-solver and thoughtful prioritizer who enjoys building and maintaining relationships and is comfortable troubleshooting issues as they arise. If you want to work in and cultivate a positive, team-based environment, you’ll be right at home here!
This is an hourly, full-time position working approx. 40 hours per week. Work schedule is Monday-Friday, with some flexibility in start/end times. CAT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO and paid holidays, health insurance and 403(b) options, an Employee Assistance Program, and other great perks. Pay range for this position starts at $26-28/hour.
CAT is focused on creating a positive, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds.Take a look at our Workplace Culture Agreement and DEI Statement of Principle to learn more.
Learn More: Visit our Employment Portal to see the full job description and how to apply.
VETERINARY ASSISTANT (FULL-TIME)
Are you looking for a feline-focused position within a nonprofit shelter medicine team? Does the idea of helping cats, kittens, and people bring a smile to your face? Join us! Cat Adoption Team is seeking a full-time veterinary assistant. Our onsite, full-service veterinary hospital offers quality, compassionate care to our feline friends. As a veterinary assistant at CAT, you’ll have the opportunity to administer medications and treatments and assist with surgery/recovery. This is a great opportunity if you are interested in working exclusively with cats in a nonprofit shelter medicine setting with a strong focus on team collaboration. Previous experience working in a veterinary setting is preferred. Working in a veterinary environment can be busy, smelly, and at times, stressful — but if purpose-driven work helping cats and people is meaningful to you, this is a truly fulfilling role!
CAT is focused on creating a positive, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Take a look at our Workplace Culture Agreement and DEI Statement of Principle to learn more.
This is an hourly, full-time position working approx. 32-40 hours per week. Days and shifts may vary, and candidates must have availability to work weekends and some holidays. Most shifts are approx. 6-8 hours per day, and are scheduled between the hours of 7 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
CAT offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes PTO and paid holidays, health insurance and 403(b) options, an Employee Assistance Program, and other great perks. Pay range for this position starts at $19 per hour.
Learn More: Visit our Employment Portal to see the full job description and how to apply.
Temporary Data Entry Assistant (Part-time)
Our development team is growing and we want YOU to join us! This new position will provide administrative support to the development department with special attention given to gift entry and maintenance of the donor database. The data entry assistant will also assist with monthly reconciliation and annual accounting, and perform other administrative tasks as needed. Previous experience performing data entry and experience using Microsoft Excel are preferred.
CAT is focused on creating a positive, inclusive workplace and welcomes applicants from diverse backgrounds. Take a look at our Workplace Culture Agreement and DEI Statement of Principle to learn more.
This is an hourly, part-time, temporary position working approximately 5-10 hours per week (mornings, M-F). Position is expected to be needed for a minimum of six months, depending on organization need. (Remote work possible after training at our Sherwood, Ore. shelter; local candidates preferred.) Benefits include PTO and paid holidays, an Employee Assistance Program, and other great perks! Pay range for this position starts at $19–$21 per hour.
Learn More: The application period for this position has closed. Candidates will be notified of application status as soon as possible. (9/20/23)
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Why work at Cat Adoption Team?
At CAT, we care about cats and people, and we invest in creating a workplace that is positive, welcoming, and rewarding. After all, it’s people who do the work of saving cats (we haven’t seen any kittens doing much work around here!).
We value your time and efforts, so competitive compensation that reflects the qualifications and responsibilities of our team members is part of the standard package here. But we also know that building and supporting a strong team is about more than money.
Making CAT the best workplace it can be is one of our top priorities. We have a strong focus on workplace culture and are always seeking and implementing ways to better support, develop, and recognize our team members. We promote a healthy work-life balance, encourage boundary-setting and respect, and foster a culture of compassion and empathy.
You can read our Workplace Culture Agreement to see more about the commitments we make to each other here at CAT.
Benefits
CAT is committed to creating a healthy, happy workplace. Besides loads of free kitty cuddles, we offer all employees valuable benefits like continuing education opportunities, paid time off (including your birthday!), special discounts for pet food and supplies, and more!
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Plans: CAT pays 50% of the monthly premium for the basic employee health plan*
- Wellness program that includes company-sponsored challenges, events, and free snacks
- Mental health support through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
*For eligible full-time employees
- 403(b) retirement savings plan with company match
- Employer-paid life insurance*
- Discounted veterinary services and products at the Roger H James Hospital (CAT’s onsite hospital)
- 20% off purchases at the CAT Thrift Store and in-shelter retail shop
- On Demand Payment option allows employees to access a portion of earned wages before the usual payday
*For eligible full-time employees
- Paid time off (accrued PTO)
- Paid holidays — includes one paid day off during your birthday month!
- Emergency Leave Share Program
- Paid Leave Oregon and Oregon Family Leave Act
- Get Fear Free Certified! CAT pays for your time to complete the Fear Free Shelters program
- Access to continuing education including workshops, certificate programs, books, coaching, and more
- Opportunities for cross-training in other departments, including the shelter and thrift store
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at CAT
Of course Cat Adoption Team is focused on cats, but we also have a deep respect and appreciation for people. We’re committed to building more diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) into our workplace culture — and every aspect of our work!
Be part of a pawsome team!
Everyone at CAT loves cats, but our staff and volunteers have a wide array of other interests and talents. Like cats, each of us has our own unique personalities — and that’s what makes our team so amazing!
Use the buttons below to meet some of our team members.
Cat Adoption Team is an equal opportunity organization that does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, marital status, familial status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, or gender identity.
