Animal Advisor - Winnipeg, Canada - Winnipeg Humane Society
Description
Date:
July 17, 2023
Position Title:
Animal Advisor - Full Time***
Department:Intake
Reports To:
Manager, Intake & Animal Care
Classification:
Union
Pay Unit:
$16.21 -$21.20/hour
Hours:38hrs/week; Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 11am-7pm, Saturday
10am - 6pm, Sunday 12pm-6pm
Days/times of shift could vary/change
Start:
ASAP
_Closing Date for Internal Applicants_:
July 22nd, 2023
Position Summary:
The Animal Advisor is responsible for receiving animals brought into the Humane Society
by the public and pet owners, reuniting lost pets with owners through lost and found
reports, providing information and assistance to the public and foster parents, and
always treating the public/foster parents with the utmost respect and empathy.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Create a friendly and professional environment to enhance courteous service;
- Intake of animals into the Humane Society
any health concerns and place animals into appropriate holding
b. Collect appropriate fees or request donations to assist with the care of
animals
- Process outgoing animals, including collecting appropriate fees/donations
a. Route calls to appropriate resources
b. Offer appropriate advice pertaining to an alternative placement, referrals
and pet-related issues
c. Document call information
- Attend to/process deceased incoming animals
b. Assist in making appropriate final arrangements
- Prepare, search and follow up on lost and found reports; contact potential
- Prepare and attend to Check Dailies
- Educate the public on pet-related issues, alternative placement options,
- Assist the Foster Care Department as needed
b. Schedule return appointments, and health and vaccination exams for
animals in foster care
c. Vaccinate/deworm and check for parasites and any health concerns
d. Discharge animals into foster care and receive animals upon return
- All other reasonable duties assigned by the Manager Shelter Operations and
Standards of Performance:
- Keeping the mission of the Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when
Society both inside and outside of the shelter environment.
- High standards of customer service
- Communicate effectively with all departments, volunteers, and customers.
- Confidentiality is maintained on all matters pertaining to The WHS.
- Exemplary level of care provided to all animals in accordance with The
- Reliability and diligence in position.
Accountability:
Directly accountable to the Manager of Intake and Animal Care. Must be able to take
direction from and work closely with Intake Supervisor and Assistant Manager.
Authority:
Authority to perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within established policies
and procedures.
Interpersonal Relationships:
Regular, daily involvement with other WHS departments, volunteers, and customers.
Abilities, Skills & Knowledge:
- Exemplary customer service skills and experience working with the public without
- Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy when completing all tasks
- Able to handle the emotional stress of dealing with the many animals
- Ability to handle sometimes large, unruly dogs; fractious cats; a variety of wildlife.
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Basic knowledge of animal care, safety, & health issues
- Exceptional organizational skills
- Good Computer literacy
- Ability to work independently or as a team
- Ability to work under mínimal supervision
Education, Training & Experience:
- High School diploma
- More than 6 months and less than or including 12 months of experience required
- An equivalent combination of education and/or experience.
Forward your resume and cover letter to:
Attn:
Audrey Barnabe
NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE
The WHS is committed to providing accessible employment and ensuring that our
accommodation during the hiring process, Human Resources Services will work with the
individual to meet their needs.
We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those selected for an interview
will be contacted. For more information and other employment opportunities,
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