Animal Care Attendant

The Zoo Crew is looking to grow our Animal Care team! We are looking for a part-time Animal Care Attendant. This is a week-day position that requires some WEEKEND availability.

We are hiring for both a 3 month contract and a permanent year-round position for a team member that has completed a post-secondary diploma in an animal-related field or has past experience working in Animal Care.

Are you passionate about animals and interested in working with them every day? We are looking for a detail-oriented and committed Animal Care Attendant to join our team.

The Zoo Crew is the home to a number of rescue animals that require a committed team to take care of them. This is a great position for a candidate with an Animal Care Certificate or currently completing the program.

This position is a part-time position, which will offer 20-30 hours per week.

Staff must be comfortable working with a variety of pocket pets, small mammals, reptiles and birds, handling training is provided. In addition to excellent skills in working with animals, staff must be personable and outgoing and willing to interact with the public and children of all ages for some of our programming and our student volunteers.

Position Overview & Requirements:

*Daily cage cleaning and feeding

*Develop enrichment strategies to enhance animal well-being

*Nutrition needs and food preparation

*Generally overseeing the animal's health and well-being, charting weights, administering medication when needed, grooming and nail trims.

*Ability to work well with the public and provide hands-on interaction for our drop-in programs and animal handling support for on-site animal events at our location.

*Must be able to lift 50lbs

*Must be available to work some weekends and holidays

This job location is in the south end of Ottawa - 5721 Osgoode Main St. Osgoode ON K0A 2W0. Candidates will need their own vehicle to commute to work as there is no public transportation to the location.

Job Type: Part-time

Salary: $17.00-$19.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person