The Wild Animal Sanctuary

Equine Refuge & Programs Officer

Local resident; in-office role with regular travel; strong initiative; effective communication; proficient with standard software; maintains confidentiality; liaison across departments.

Ranch Hand- Maintenance/Fencing/Field & Hay Work

Ranch Hand

Maintenance, fencing, field and hay work; feeding; driving; safety; ability to lift 75 lbs; team oriented.

Chief Rescue and Programs Logistics Officer

Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3-5 years nonprofit development or related experience; strong communication; ability to lift up to 50 lbs; requires local residency.

Experienced Maintenance Associate OPS- Electrical/Plumbing/Welding/Carpentry 

Maintenance Associate

Experienced maintenance role requiring plumbing, electrical, welding, and carpentry skills; 3-5 years preferred; valid Colorado driver’s license; able to lift 75 lbs; availability for some evenings/weekends.

Development Associate

Bachelor’s degree preferred; 3-5 years in development; nonprofit experience preferred; strong communication; proficient with Word; experience with nonprofit systems; open availability for events and weekends.

Welcome Center Associate-Retail

Welcome Center Associate

Customer service, cashier duties, able to lift 50 lbs, valid driver’s license, teamwork, willingness to learn, strong work ethic.

Cafe Associate

Full-Time cafe associate, starting at $21/hour, benefits after 60 days; requires HS diploma, driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs; weekend availability.

Ice Cream Shop Associate

Customer-service oriented role at a nonprofit ice cream shop; HS diploma, driver's license, ability to lift 50 lbs; weekend availability; prior food service experience preferred.

Assistant Snack Bar Manager

Full-time managerial role requiring customer service, staff supervision, inventory, and basic food service tasks.

Heavy Equipment/Machine Operator- Springfield, Co.

Heavy Equipment/Machine Operator

3-5 years related field experience preferred; CDL preferred; strong communication; Colorado driver’s license; local resident; able to lift 75 lbs; flexible evenings/weekends.

Cook

Full-time cook with HS diploma/GED, valid driver’s license; ability to lift 50 lbs; team player; fast-paced environment.

Operations Associate- Experienced Electrical & Plumbing

Operations Associate

Maintenance, electrical and plumbing skills; 3-5 years experience; valid Colorado driver’s license; able to lift 75 lbs; own transportation.

Mechanic

Experienced fleet mechanic with 5-7 years in automotive/heavy equipment repair; valid CO driver’s license; welding and ASE certifications preferred.

Internship Opportunity 

Intern

Enrollment in a two- or four-year college, 18+, 40 hours/week, 120 hours minimum, GPA of C or higher; supervised by a professor if credit is earned.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteer

Volunteering for at least 6 months; 16 hours per month; age 16+; must arrange own housing/transportation; background check required.

Title	Location	Date
Equine Refuge & Programs Officer Full Time · $110K · 5+ YOE Craig, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Craig, Colorado, United States Onsite	May 4, 2026
Ranch Hand- Maintenance/Fencing/Field & Hay Work Full Time · $58K-$65K Craig, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Craig, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 29, 2026
Chief Rescue and Programs Logistics Officer Full Time · $120K · 3+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 28, 2026
Experienced Maintenance Associate OPS- Electrical/Plumbing/Welding/Carpentry Full Time · $90K-$120K · 3+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 21, 2026
Development Associate Full Time · $58K-$60K · 3+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 14, 2026
Welcome Center Associate-Retail Full Time · $48K/yr · 0+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 3, 2026
Cafe Associate Full Time · $44K/yr · 0+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 3, 2026
Ice Cream Shop Associate Full Time · $40K/yr · 0+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Apr 2, 2026
Assistant Snack Bar Manager Full Time · $54K/yr Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Mar 31, 2026
Heavy Equipment/Machine Operator- Springfield, Co. Full Time · $60K-$70K · 3+ YOE Springfield, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Springfield, Colorado, United States Onsite	Mar 3, 2026
Cook Full Time · $52K-$58K/yr · 0+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Feb 24, 2026
Operations Associate- Experienced Electrical & Plumbing Full Time · $58K-$68K · 3+ YOE Craig, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Craig, Colorado, United States Onsite	Feb 13, 2026
Mechanic Full Time · $60K-$75K · 5+ YOE Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Oct 31, 2025
Internship Opportunity Internship Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Jun 12, 2025
Volunteer Opportunities Volunteer Keenesburg, Colorado, United States · Onsite	Keenesburg, Colorado, United States Onsite	Jun 6, 2025

Activities	Wildlife rescueAnimal rehabilitationWildlife educationHabitat conservationEducational tours
Headquarters	US
Industries	Animal Shelters & SanctuariesWildlife Conservation
Name	The Wild Animal Sanctuary
Employees	166
Type	Non-Profit
Subsidiaries	The Wild Animal RefugeThe Wild Horse RefugeInternational Exotic Animal Sanctuary
Tagline	Rescues and provides large-scale habitats for exotic animals.
Founded	1,980
Website	wildanimalsanctuary.org

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