Animal Care Attendant

ABOUT US : Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is a registered non-profit charity located in Calgary Alberta helping over 4000 animals find loving adoptive homes each year. Our mission is to rescue and rehome animals in need and provide community support programs that help people and their pets.

THE ROLE : Reporting to the Shelter Supervisor the Animal Care Attendant will be responsible for leading caregiver shifts facilitating day to day animal husbandry and ensuring that our animal care areas are clean and stocked. Having a strong understanding of animals their behavior and medical needs is important in facilitating appropriate housing and enrichment for animals in our care. You enjoy working closely with others and are positive and approachable. At heart you strive to see every animal provided with the highest quality of care during their time at the shelter. Your strengths include a positive attitude attention to detail teamwork and adaptability to change. Your lifestyle allows you to regularly and consistently maintain a flexible schedule. You are able to work evenings and weekends to accommodate the needs of the organization.

ABOUT YOU : Having both a love of people and animals you are naturally optimistic positive friendly and approachable. Working with onsite volunteers and staff - you pride yourself on ensuring a clean sanitary and efficient space. You are confident with your animal handling skills. You are tech savvy to support entering animal files and other administrative tasks as required. You love engaging with people and are proud of the excellent levels of customer service you provide. At heart you strive to see every animal provided with the highest quality of care during their time at the shelter. Your strengths include a positive attitude attention to detail and teamwork. Your lifestyle allows you to regularly and consistently maintain a flexible schedule. You are able to work evenings and weekends to accommodate the needs of the organization.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Genuine interest in animal welfare.

Emotional resilience to handle difficult or stressful situations.

Animal handling experience; including ability or willingness to work with feral and under socialized animals.

Intermediate to advanced level of office software proficiency in MS Word Excel Internet Google Docs and databases.

Strong organizational and critical thinking skills.

Proven track record of being able to cultivate positive working relationships.

Personable with the ability to develop a positive rapport with stakeholders.

Must be able to work Tuesday to Saturday from 11 : 00am to 7 : 00pm

CONSIDERED AN ASSET

Previous kennel or animal care experience

Valid Drivers License

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES :

Work with shelter staff and caregivers to ensure animals are cared for by AARCS standards and ensure their ongoing well being and quality of life.

Lead shelter shifts including delegating responsibilities and facilitating shift huddles.

Assist with cleaning feeding and general animal husbandry for all animal species.

Administer medication to shelter animals as prescribed by AARCS Veterinary Hospital.

Monitor animal health and behavior documenting and communicating concerns to the veterinary team.

Maintain shelter cleanliness including but not limited to; cleaning crates washing dishes doing laundry washing the floor and participating in deep cleans.

Accurately record animal care activities notes and observations in shelter management software (PetPoint).

Facilitate adoption meet and greets when needed.

Facilitate training for new caregivers and support enrichment volunteer training ensuring all volunteers are equipped to follow AARCS care standards.

Provide and maintain appropriate housing and enrichment for animals ensuring their comfort safety and mental stimulation.

Collaborate with Shelter Supervisor to ensure supplies are stocked at all times.

Assist with shelter intake foster home discharges and supply requests as needed.

Other tasks as assigned.

Education :

Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.

Details :

Shifts : Tuesday to Saturday from 11 : 00am to 7 : 00pm

Start Date : Immediately

Location : 5060 74 Ave SE Calgary AB T2C 3C9

Benefits :

Paid vacation statutory holidays and wellness time

Company Benefits (Health Dental Life & Disability) (24 hours / week)

Continuing education and professional development opportunities

Discounted pet food services and supplies

Free Parking

Public transit accessible

Salary Range : $35100 to $44850 annually based on experience and qualifications.

Apply Now : The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AARCS is an equal opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process please notify us at as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

Key Skills

Customer Service,Hospital Experience,Hotel Experience,Taleo,Hospitality Experience,Basic Math,Laundry,Cleaning Experience,Computer Literacy,Guest Services,Cash Handling,Commercial Cleaning

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 35100 - 44850