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Available Positions:

Job Title: Trapper & Community Outreach Specialist

Organization: Feral Cat Coalition (FCC)

Position Type: Part-time, non-exempt, 1-Year Pilot Program

Hours & Compensation

  • Up to 24 hours per week

  • $20/hour

  • Grant-funded position (one-year pilot, with potential for renewal pending funding and program outcomes)

Program Overview

The Trapper & Community Outreach Specialist is a key member of FCC’s Strategic Trap Team, a pilot program designed to reduce high-density feral cat colonies to zero reproducing cats through targeted, sustained Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) efforts. This role combines hands-on trapping work with direct community engagement to ensure safe, effective, and compassionate outcomes for both cats and caregivers.

Trappers will be assigned to known high-density colonies and will remain engaged at each site until all breeding cats have been sterilized. This approach prioritizes continuity, efficiency, and measurable impact while supporting community members who care deeply about outdoor cats but may lack the resources, mobility, or training to trap safely on their own.

Position Summary

The Trapper & Community Outreach Specialist is responsible for safely trapping feral and free-roaming cats, assisting with transport and monitoring, and engaging with community members through in-person outreach and digital communication. This position works closely with the TNR Director to coordinate daily priorities, locations, and strategies, and frequently works evenings and after dark as required by trapping operations.

Key Responsibilities

Trapping & Field Operations

  • Safely and humanely trap feral and free-roaming cats in accordance with FCC protocols

  • Work assigned colonies until all breeding cats are sterilized

  • Monitor traps, transport cats, and assist with post-surgery return

  • Follow all safety guidelines, including but not limited to:

  • No climbing fences or unsafe structures

  • No texting or phone use while driving

  • Proper handling of equipment and animals

  • Work in a two-person team when assigned to ensure safety and efficiency, particularly during nighttime operations

Community Outreach & Engagement

  • Hang door hangers and conduct respectful, informative conversations with community members

  • Serve as an FCC representative in the field, educating caregivers and neighbors about TNR

  • Assist community members who are unable to trap on their own due to mobility, equipment, or experience limitations

Communication & Documentation

  • Utilize social media to communicate with community members about trapping activities and program impact

  • Document field work through photos and short-form video content for educational and outreach purposes

  • Share relevant updates, concerns, and observations with the TNR Director and FCC staff

Coordination & Reporting

  • Coordinate daily tasks, trapping locations, and priorities with the TNR Director

  • Maintain accurate records related to trapping activities, locations, and outcomes

  • Assist with data collection to support evaluation of the pilot program’s effectiveness

Qualifications

  • Valid California driver’s license with a good driving record

  • Ability to drive FCC vehicles, including a van and truck

  • Comfortable working evenings and after dark

  • Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions

  • Strong communication skills and comfort engaging with the public

  • Familiarity with social media platforms and basic content creation (photos/video)

  • Ability to work independently while also functioning as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications

  • Previous experience with TNR, animal welfare, or community-based outreach

  • Experience working with feral or free-roaming cats

  • Bilingual skills a plus

Physical Requirements

  • Ability to lift and carry traps and equipment

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and kneel for extended periods

Safety Commitment

FCC prioritizes the safety of staff, volunteers, community members, and cats. All Trapper & Community Outreach Specialists are expected to follow established safety protocols and participate in training as required.