Top Benefits
About the role
Animal Care Attendant Level 3
Full-Time Permanent
About Us
The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been an animal welfare leader in the Edmonton community since 1907. We strive to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world. EHS is a safe haven for thousands of homeless animals each year, providing veterinary treatment, behavioral rehabilitation, care, enrichment and rehoming. Beyond animal sheltering, we engage with the community through various programs and services to support happy, lifelong bonds between people and pets.
The Role
The Animal Care Attendant Level 3 is responsible for providing daily care and feeding of cats, dogs, small animals, URI and canine hospital wards. Ensuring a high level of care and humane treatment to animals, while adhering to shelter policies and procedures.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Animal Care
- Daily feeding and cleaning of regular cat, kitten and URI wards
- Daily cleaning and feeding of dog wards, including canine hospital
- Daily cleaning and feeding of small animal wards
- Communicating with other departments regarding animals as needed, in a professional and respectful manner
Shelter Support
- Provide Assistance with ensuring laundry is washed and dried as required
- Provide assistance with washing the dishes
- Place up of cats/dogs/small animals for adoption on the adoption gallery
- Training Level 1 and Level 2 Animal Care Staff
Animal Enrichment
- Socializing with cats in regular wards for enrichment purposes as required
- Socializing with small animals for enrichment purposes as required
- Walking dogs for enrichment purposes as required
- In kennel enrichment as required
Administrative
- Entering care requests for animals as required
- Completing feeding/cleaning record sheets for each animal
Education & Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Six (6) months or more prior experience required
- Six (6) months or more experience interacting with dogs and cats
Skills & Abilities
As the ideal candidate, you will have a passion for people, performance and diversity (within the lens of animal welfare). You have excellent communications skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to work independently and in fast paced environment. You are comfortable dealing with animals of all species and temperaments.
Compensation & Hours
- Compensation: EHS offers a competitive not-for-profit compensation package which includes a comprehensive benefits package, and a strong work-life balance.
- Hours: 40 hours a week; however, is expected to work hours as required to fulfill department responsibilities. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
How to Apply
If you are looking for a rewarding career in an exciting fast paced environment, we invite you to forward your resume and salary expectations, in confidence, by email to hr@edmontonhumanesociety.com
The Edmonton Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer and we thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However, only those candidates considered for employment will be contacted.
The Edmonton Humane Society was founded on the principles of creating positive change in our community. Our hiring practices embrace compassion, support for our staff and volunteers and our role as a community leader. We understand that creating a culture of belonging where people’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, respected, and viewed as an asset helps us serve our community and animals better. Our commitment to employment practices representing diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) and reconciliation helps us support pet owners facing access to care challenges, strengthens the human-animal bond, and builds a more compassionate, engaged, inclusive society.
The Edmonton Humane Society is a COR-certified employer, recognized by Alberta’s Certificate of Recognition program for its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety for staff, volunteers, and the animals in our care.
8:00 am- 4:00 pm
12:00 pm- 8:00 pm
40 hours per week
About Edmonton Humane Society
Founded in 1907, the Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is one of the oldest and most reputable charities in both Alberta and the animal welfare sector. Each day, EHS strives to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world.
Thousands of homeless, neglected and abandoned companion animals from Edmonton and surrounding communities are taken in by EHS every year. These animals are provided with veterinary treatment, behavioural rehabilitation, care and enrichment from EHS staff and a large volunteer and foster network of over 1,000 people. The dedication and commitment to these animals gives them a second chance at finding a forever home, which they may not otherwise have.
As a registered charity, EHS receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of the community to do the work that they do. Every gift helps fulfill a step in an animal's journey to a forever home.
Beyond animal sheltering, EHS engages with the community and offers programs and services to pet owners and pet lovers alike. Through these programs and services, community engagement, and animal sheltering, the Edmonton Humane Society enriches the lives of people and companion animals.
Top Benefits
About the role
Animal Care Attendant Level 3
Full-Time Permanent
About Us
The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been an animal welfare leader in the Edmonton community since 1907. We strive to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world. EHS is a safe haven for thousands of homeless animals each year, providing veterinary treatment, behavioral rehabilitation, care, enrichment and rehoming. Beyond animal sheltering, we engage with the community through various programs and services to support happy, lifelong bonds between people and pets.
The Role
The Animal Care Attendant Level 3 is responsible for providing daily care and feeding of cats, dogs, small animals, URI and canine hospital wards. Ensuring a high level of care and humane treatment to animals, while adhering to shelter policies and procedures.
Key Roles & Responsibilities
Animal Care
- Daily feeding and cleaning of regular cat, kitten and URI wards
- Daily cleaning and feeding of dog wards, including canine hospital
- Daily cleaning and feeding of small animal wards
- Communicating with other departments regarding animals as needed, in a professional and respectful manner
Shelter Support
- Provide Assistance with ensuring laundry is washed and dried as required
- Provide assistance with washing the dishes
- Place up of cats/dogs/small animals for adoption on the adoption gallery
- Training Level 1 and Level 2 Animal Care Staff
Animal Enrichment
- Socializing with cats in regular wards for enrichment purposes as required
- Socializing with small animals for enrichment purposes as required
- Walking dogs for enrichment purposes as required
- In kennel enrichment as required
Administrative
- Entering care requests for animals as required
- Completing feeding/cleaning record sheets for each animal
Education & Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Six (6) months or more prior experience required
- Six (6) months or more experience interacting with dogs and cats
Skills & Abilities
As the ideal candidate, you will have a passion for people, performance and diversity (within the lens of animal welfare). You have excellent communications skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to work independently and in fast paced environment. You are comfortable dealing with animals of all species and temperaments.
Compensation & Hours
- Compensation: EHS offers a competitive not-for-profit compensation package which includes a comprehensive benefits package, and a strong work-life balance.
- Hours: 40 hours a week; however, is expected to work hours as required to fulfill department responsibilities. Some evenings and weekends may be required.
How to Apply
If you are looking for a rewarding career in an exciting fast paced environment, we invite you to forward your resume and salary expectations, in confidence, by email to hr@edmontonhumanesociety.com
The Edmonton Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer and we thank all applicants for submitting their resume. However, only those candidates considered for employment will be contacted.
The Edmonton Humane Society was founded on the principles of creating positive change in our community. Our hiring practices embrace compassion, support for our staff and volunteers and our role as a community leader. We understand that creating a culture of belonging where people’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, respected, and viewed as an asset helps us serve our community and animals better. Our commitment to employment practices representing diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI) and reconciliation helps us support pet owners facing access to care challenges, strengthens the human-animal bond, and builds a more compassionate, engaged, inclusive society.
The Edmonton Humane Society is a COR-certified employer, recognized by Alberta’s Certificate of Recognition program for its dedication to maintaining the highest standards of health and safety for staff, volunteers, and the animals in our care.
8:00 am- 4:00 pm
12:00 pm- 8:00 pm
40 hours per week
About Edmonton Humane Society
Founded in 1907, the Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is one of the oldest and most reputable charities in both Alberta and the animal welfare sector. Each day, EHS strives to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world.
Thousands of homeless, neglected and abandoned companion animals from Edmonton and surrounding communities are taken in by EHS every year. These animals are provided with veterinary treatment, behavioural rehabilitation, care and enrichment from EHS staff and a large volunteer and foster network of over 1,000 people. The dedication and commitment to these animals gives them a second chance at finding a forever home, which they may not otherwise have.
As a registered charity, EHS receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of the community to do the work that they do. Every gift helps fulfill a step in an animal's journey to a forever home.
Beyond animal sheltering, EHS engages with the community and offers programs and services to pet owners and pet lovers alike. Through these programs and services, community engagement, and animal sheltering, the Edmonton Humane Society enriches the lives of people and companion animals.