Animal Shelter Attendant and Animal Shelter Clerk

The City of Delta is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the positions of Animal Shelter Attendant and Animal Shelter Clerk. The Delta Community Animal Shelter, operated by the City of Delta, is a compassionate organization dedicated to the welfare of animals in the community. This shelter provides a safe haven for stray, abandoned, and surrendered animals, working tirelessly to find them loving forever homes. They offer adoption services, animal control, and educational programs to promote responsible pet ownership. By partnering with residents and organizations, the Delta Community Animal Shelter contributes to creating a more humane and caring environment for animals in the city, ensuring their well-being and fostering a stronger connection between pets and their human companions in Delta. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: The City of Delta
Position: Animal Shelter Attendant and Animal Shelter Clerk
No of Vacancies: 6
Salary: $24.88 to $26.87 hourly
Employment group: CUPE Local 454
Location: Delta Community Animal Shelter
Hours of Work: Casual/On-Call
Job ID: 23-126 EX

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have a completion of a Veterinary Office Assistant certificate program
Experience: Candidates should have experience in working with animals as well as coursework in veterinary assistance, animal behavior, and/or training

Other Requirements:

• The candidates should have a valid Class 5 BC Driver’s License for both roles

Responsibilities:

Animal Shelter Attendants:

• The candidates should be able to feed, handle, and care for impounded animals, as well as clean kennels and cages
• The candidates should be able to carry out routine facility cleaning and maintenance
• The candidates should be able to perform routine clerical tasks
• Forming an excellent working relationship with volunteers and the public is necessary for this role
• The candidates should be able to administer routine medical treatments and handle animals with a range of different temperaments

Animal Shelter Clerks:

• The candidates should be able to provide support to Animal Shelter Attendants in the feeding, handling, and care of impounded animals
• The candidates should be able to act as the point of public contact within the Shelter
• The candidates should be able to perform clerical duties, including maintaining Shelter records, completing correspondence, and handling payments made for dog licenses, animal impounding, owner surrender, and adoption fees
• The candidates should have experience working in a clerical setting
• The candidates should be able to type rapidly and accurately (minimum of 45 wpm)

Benefits:

• The candidates will get a competitive salary (commensurate with experience) plus 12% in lieu of vacation leave, benefits, and statutory holidays

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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