Careers at HARC
Harmony Animal Rescue Clinic (HARC) is looking for dedicated professionals who share our commitment to making a difference in the lives of North Carolina’s most vulnerable dogs and cats. Whether you’re a seasoned veterinarian, a skilled technician, or a leader passionate about animal welfare, you’ll find meaningful work in our supportive environment where every procedure, every treatment, and every moment of care directly impacts a rescue animal’s journey to finding their perfect match.
At HARC, we believe every homeless pet deserves a loving home. As the East Coast’s only non-profit veterinary clinic dedicated exclusively to supporting rescue organizations, we’re building something truly special in North Carolina. Our team provides life-saving, low-cost veterinary care that helps heal more animals and find them loving families faster. When you join HARC, you’re not just starting a career—you’re joining a compassionate community that puts purpose at the center of everything we do.
Join our team to help heal with heart and create more happy endings, one wagging tail and purring companion at a time.
Open Position(s)
Organization: Harmony Animal Rescue Clinic (HARC)
Location: Apex, NC
Job Type: Full-time, Exempt
Reports to: Board of Directors
Supervises: Veterinarians and Operations Team (10+ staff)
Travel: Local for conferences, partner visits, and events
Apply By: Open until filled
About Harmony Animal Rescue Clinic
We’re not your typical veterinary clinic. Harmony Animal Rescue Clinic (HARC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and North Carolina’s only veterinary practice dedicated solely to serving non-profit pet rescue organizations. Since our founding in 2020, we’ve delivered life-saving care that helps homeless dogs and cats get their shot at a forever home.
Our Impact at the time of this posting:
- 120+ rescue partners served
- 11,000+ animals treated
- 9,100+ surgeries performed
Visit www.harcnc.org to see what we’re all about.
About the Role
HARC seeks a bold, strategic, and mission-driven Executive Director to lead our next chapter of growth and impact. You’ll be the champion of our vision, the connector of our community, and the architect of our future. This is a unique leadership opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of nonprofit management, community partnerships, fundraising, and operations.
You’ll work hand-in-hand with HARC’s medical director, Board of Directors, and staff leadership team to steer the organization forward, scale our reach, and ensure that our clinical excellence continues to save lives every single day.
What You’ll Do
🚀 Strategic Leadership & Governance
- Drive long-term planning with the Board to fuel sustainable impact.
- Report regularly on our goals, finances, and progress.
- Lead annual strategy retreats and board development sessions.
🏥 Clinic Operations & Program Management
- Ensure high-quality, high-impact veterinary care across all services.
- Partner with our Medical Director to boost efficiency and service capacity.
- Track performance and implement quality assurance initiatives.
💸 Financial Management
- Manage a $500K+ annual budget with transparency and fiscal discipline.
- Lead vendor and cash flow management.
- Streamline operations without compromising care.
❤️ Fundraising & Development
- Lead and grow a diversified fundraising strategy.
- Personally steward major donors ($1,000+).
- Oversee grant writing and compliance ($75,000+ annually)
- Drive signature events, campaigns, and corporate partnerships.
📣 Marketing & Communications
- Be the voice of HARC: in media, online, and in the community.
- Guide brand strategy in collaboration with marketing partners.
- Develop messaging for crisis response, PR, and public engagement.
👥 Team Leadership & HR
- Attract and retain top-tier talent in a mission-first culture.
- Create professional development opportunities and manage performance.
- Shape and reinforce a values-driven workplace.
🐾 Rescue & Community Partnerships
- Cultivate strong, lasting relationships with rescue partners.
- Represent HARC at industry events, conferences, and policy roundtables.
- Expand networks with veterinary schools, government agencies, and advocacy coalitions.
What You Bring
Required
- 8+ years of non-profit leadership and fundraising experience in a mission-driven organization
- Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred or equivalent experience)
- Strong background in fundraising ($150,000+ annually)
- Proven experience managing teams of 10+ and budgets of $500K+
- Passion for animal welfare and nonprofit service
- Veterinary/animal welfare background
Skills & Strengths
- Visionary leadership and strategic planning
- Financial literacy and budgeting expertise
- Fundraising savvy and donor relationship-building
- Strong communicator, storyteller, and public speaker
- Operational and programmatic excellence
- Collaborative, values-based leadership style
- Emotional intelligence, adaptability, and grit
Bonus Points For:
- CFRE or related fundraising certification
- Knowledge of animal advocacy and policy
- Familiarity with donor CRM and financial systems (specify tools used)
What You’ll Get
Salary: $75,000–$85,000 (based on experience and fundraising history) with earning potential of $100,000+ for achieving fundraising goals
Benefits:
- Health insurance reimbursement plan
- 15 PTO days (depending on experience) + 5 holidays
- Pet care perks
- Hybrid (onsite/remote) work options
The Work Environment
- Monday–Friday, 8 AM–5 PM core schedule
- Occasional evening/weekend for events
- Collaborative, compassionate, mission-forward team culture
This is More Than a Job—It’s a Mission.
If you’re ready to lead meaningful change and expand access to veterinary care for rescue organizations, we want to meet you. Join us in building a future where every dog or cat has a shot at a second chance.