Veterinarian
City of Toronto’s MLS Toronto Animal Services division is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Veterinarian. City of Toronto’s MLS Toronto Animal Services division oversees animal welfare and control services. It provides pet adoption, licensing, and enforcement of animal-related bylaws. I ensures the well-being of animals and promotes responsible pet ownership. Through its programs and initiatives, it contributes to public safety, animal welfare, and the harmonious coexistence of humans and animals in Toronto. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.
Job Description:
Employer Name: City of Toronto
Division: MLS Toronto Animal Services
Section: Municipal Licensing and Standards
Position: Veterinarian
No of Vacancies: 1
Salary: $112000.00 – $144200.00 yearly
Employment Type: Full Time/Temporary (12 months)
Job Category: Animal Care and Control
Affiliation: Non-Union
Location: Toronto, ON
Shift: Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week (Weekends and/or On-call duty)
Job ID: 43817
Requirements:
Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the English Language
Education: Candidates should have current licence and membership or eligibility for license and membership in good standing with the College of Veterinarians of Ontario
Experience: Candidates should have experience working in an animal shelter environment, with additional experience in a high-volume spay-neuter setting
Other Requirements:
- The candidates should be licensed to practice veterinary medicine in Ontario with a License type “General” (without conditions or limitations) and professional activity focused on companion animals or companion animals over 50%
- The candidates should have experience as a Licensed Veterinarian working in a veterinary practice, animal control, or humane society with a focus primarily on cats and dogs, especially regarding sterilization and disease recognition and treatment
- The candidates should possess experience in shelter medicine and clinical surgery to ensure appropriate animal medical treatments are undertaken, including vaccination, euthanasia, and other necessary actions
- The candidates should have experience in leadership of a high-performance team, including coaching, providing work direction, training, and holding people accountable and possess or be eligible for and maintain a valid Ontario Class ‘G’ Driver’s License and have access to their own vehicle, as travel between work locations is required
- The candidates should have acquired technical aptitude and competency in the areas of dog and cat breed recognition, as well as a good knowledge of public health issues surrounding animals, Toronto Animal Services’ programs, and relevant legislation such as the Toronto Municipal Code – Chapter 349, the Dog Owners’ Liability Act, and the Animals for Research Act. Experience working with Humane Alliance surgical techniques is considered an asset
- The candidates should be excellent communicators at all organizational levels, capable of effectively dealing with senior management, conducting meetings, and resolving problems and issues at various levels
- The candidates should possess interpersonal skills and the ability to build consensus and trust with members of the public and stakeholders in the community, establishing effective working relationships and collaborative work approaches with employees, senior management staff, and external parties
- The candidates should demonstrate excellent analytical, negotiating, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills, along with the ability to identify, coordinate, and manage competing divisional priorities, multitask, and provide direction on issues management, communications coordination, and relationship management, including highly confidential matters
- The candidates should have the ability to support the Toronto Public Service values to ensure a culture that champions equity, diversity, and respectful workplaces. Experience working in the public sector
- The candidates should have immunization against rabies and have a biennial rabies titre taken to determine immunity level and, if needed, receive booster vaccinations against rabies
Responsibilities:
- The candidates should be able to play a pivotal divisional role in ensuring the provision of effective, efficient, economical, and essential services delivered by a team of medical professionals, while ensuring compliance with all legislation and regulations governing animal care and welfare
- The candidates should be able to collaborate and monitor all aspects of the day-to-day operation, including administration, asset management, clinical surgeries, and shelter medicine, with the support of veterinarians and shelter staff, reporting to the Chief Veterinarian, Toronto Animal Services
- The candidates should be able to ensure that animal care and husbandry are provided in accordance with existing legislation, best practices, and guidelines established by the Canadian Council on Animal Care and the Association of Shelter Veterinarians
- The candidates should be able to possess effective decision-making skills, with a track record of innovation, results-oriented leadership, and a strong customer service orientation
- The candidates should be able to manage, motivate, and train Unit staff, including scheduling, assigning, and reviewing work, as well as monitoring and evaluating staff performance
- The candidates should be able to promote effective teamwork, high standards of work quality, and organizational performance, fostering a collaborative and team-based culture while supporting continuous learning and innovation
- The candidates should be able to assist with the development and administration of the annual budget for the Unit and ensure that expenditures are controlled within budget constraints
- The candidates should be able to act as subject matter experts, supporting staff in the execution of their duties by assisting with complex animal care issues, including medical diagnoses of diseases and injuries, and ensuring appropriate animal medical treatments, including vaccinations, euthanasia, or other actions regarding animals under the custody of the City
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.
We thank all the applicants for showing their interest and trust in us, however, only the most eligible candidates will be selected and conducted for further procedure directly from employers, in between no charges/fees or original documents will be asked from any applicant. All the best!