Manager, Animal Care & Well-being

City of Mississauga

Mississauga, ON, CA
Base: $100,277 - $133,703; bonus/equity: not speci...
On-site
Operational leadership in animal shelter
Veterinary care coordination
24/7 shelter management
This role provides operational leadership and oversight for all animal care and veterinary health services across municipal sheltering facilities

Job Summary

  • This role provides operational leadership and oversight for all animal care and veterinary health services across municipal sheltering facilities.
  • You will shape standards of care, mentor skilled professionals, and make a lasting impact on the lives of animals and the community.
  • The City of Mississauga is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion and provides accommodations throughout the recruitment process.

Matching Summary

This role provides operational leadership and oversight for all animal care and veterinary health services across municipal sheltering facilities.

Salary

Base: $100,277 - $133,703; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Operational leadership in animal shelter
  • Veterinary care coordination
  • 24/7 shelter management
  • Animal welfare compliance
  • Team supervision and mentoring
  • Shelter management software proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • Compassionate workplace culture
  • Emergency preparedness planning
  • Unionized workplace experience
  • Strong communication skills
  • Organizational and decision-making skills

Key Requirements

  • Post-secondary degree or diploma in related field or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 7 years shelter animal care or veterinary services experience
  • 3-5 years leadership or supervisory experience
  • Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT) registration considered strong asset
  • Valid Ontario Driver’s License
  • Satisfactory criminal record check

Work Rights

Not specified

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