At the Oiled Wildlife Care Network, every role contributes to a shared mission: ensuring that California’s wildlife receive the best possible care during oil spills and environmental disasters. From wildlife care and research to logistics and communications, our team brings together diverse expertise to make a difference. Explore our current openings and find your place in this vital work.
Associate Director - Operations
The Associate Director of Operations keeps the Oiled Wildlife Care Network running smoothly and ready to respond. Based at UC Davis, this role oversees day-to-day management of the OWCN headquarters team, coordinating expertise in animal health, field operations, and logistics. Working closely with the Director and Associate Director of Network Management, this position supports and coordinates planning, preparedness, and deployment efforts that enable California’s world-class oiled wildlife response.
Application Deadline: November 5, 2025 at 11:59PM Pacific Time
Associate Director - Network Management
The Associate Director of Network Management plays a key leadership role in keeping the Oiled Wildlife Care Network’s 40+ member organizations ready to respond when wildlife need us most. This position builds and strengthens partnerships across California’s zoos, aquariums, and wildlife centers; leads training and engagement efforts; and ensures the Network’s readiness through outreach, evaluation, and coordination. During oil spill responses, this role helps launch and lead response operations, working closely with OWCN leadership to protect wildlife and ecosystems.
Application Deadline: November 5, 2025 at 11:59PM Pacific Time