For information about career opportunities with the Ontario SPCA please read the available positions below. The Ontario SPCA Provincial Office and its 56 Branches and affiliated Humane Societies employ a wide variety of staff from animal care attendants to investigators and more. Keep checking for new and updated employment opportunities across Ontario or check with your local shelter.
If you're interested in the animal care field Georgian College Business and Career Services has developed an Animal Care Worker certificate program in partnership with the Ontario SPCA to provide students with the skills needed to gain entry-level employment in a number of different areas involving non-medical work with animals. For example, graduates can seek employment in Ontario SPCA and afflilated Humane Society animal shelters, municipal animal control facilities, wildlife reserves and rehabilitation facilities, boarding kennels and conservation areas. To learn more about the Animal Care Worker Program contact Georgian College Business and Career Services (Midland Campus) at (705) 526-3666.
Job Opportunities | Volunteer Opportunities
Animal Control Officer – Provincial Office
Part Time Position 30 hrs per week
As an Animal Control Officer, you will be responsible for Animal Control By-Law enforcement. The successful candidate will be required to work weekends, evenings and/or a rotation schedule. In addition, the candidate must be available to work stand-by shifts as required to respond to after hour emergencies and on occasion to cover for vacation.
The successful candidate will possess an O.S.S.D. or equivalent and preferably have experience with animal handling. If considered, you must have a Valid Class “G” driver’s license and be able to provide and maintain a clean Drivers Abstract and Police Clearance Certificate. Moderate to heavy physical effort is involved in this position. Candidate must possess excellent conflict resolution skills. We are looking for a team player with excellent negotiation, interpersonal and conflict management skills. Working knowledge of MS office applications would be an asset.
If you have a passion for animal welfare and have the qualifications above, please forward your resume by January 25, 2012 to:
Judi Meyntz
Operation Manager - Investigations
Ontario SPCA
16586 Woodbine Ave
Newmarket, ON L3Y 4W1
jmeyntz@ospca.on.ca
We thank all applicants for your interest in the Ontario SPCA however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Ontario Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (Ontario SPCA) is a registered charity with a Provincial Office in Newmarket and supports over 50 communities throughout Ontario. The following opportunity is available at the Midland Crib location.
Animal Care Attendant 1 (ACA1) – Midland Crib
Part-time Positions 3+ (Casual)
Responsible for the day-to-day care and cleanliness of the animals and premises. Provides medical aid and/or first aid to animals as instructed. Provides customer service to the public and performs reception duties in the branch.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Feeding of all animals housed within the branch
- General cleaning and disinfecting of the premises and equipment used within the shelter, i.e. food bowls, cat litter pans, utensils, carrying cages
- Laundry Duties as required
- General bathing and grooming of animals
- Vaccinating and deworming shelter animals
- Notifying supervisor of any health problems or concerns regarding the animals
- Exercising of animals
- Assisting the public with adoptions and inquiries
- Following policies and procedures set out by the Society and reporting all incidents to his/her supervisor immediately
- Working in compliance with the Occupational Health and Safety Act and its regulations.
- Immediately reporting all incidents of injury, property damage, absence of or failure of a protective device and/or equipment to the supervisor
- In the event of injury, working cooperatively with Supervisor to facilitate an early and safe return to work
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Must have a genuine compassion for animals
- Animal care training and experience would be an asset
- Good command of the English language – verbal and written
- Good communication and customer service skills
- Must be flexible to perform a variety of duties
- Must be a team player
- Must not have allergies limiting or affecting exposure to animals
If you have a passion for animal welfare, please forward your resume
by February 1, 2012 to:
Judi Meyntz
Operation Manager - Investigations
Ontario SPCA
16586 Woodbine Ave
Newmarket, ON L3Y 4W1
jmeyntz@ospca.on.ca
We thank all applicants for your interest in the Ontario SPCA however; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
As an animal care volunteer in our spay/neuter services, you will provide vital care to animals recovering from surgery, maintain facility cleanliness, and assist vets/technicians with other assignments as needed. You would commit to one shift per week (4-6 hours in duration), for a minimum of six months. Previous work/volunteer experience in an animal care or veterinary facility, or human nursing experience is preferred. Hands-on training will be provided. If you meet the above requirements, please email your resume to:
Judith Aubin
jaubin@ospca.on.ca
