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About the Opportunity
All of our employees play a part in ensuring we work together to achieve positive outcomes for our Community. To help us achieve this we are looking for a part time Animal Shelter Attendant. Our Animal Shelter keeps lost, stray and abandoned animals safe until their owners are found and we aim to rehome all animals that are surrendered or not reclaimed by their owners after the required legal impound time period.
On a typical day our Animal Attendants will:
- Assist in the provision of a professional shelter facility;
- Assist customers both in person and over the phone;
- Assist in a wide range of enquiries, assist pet owners to meet their legislative requirements as pet owners and provide advice/education as necessary;
- Assist in animal management, including animal care, transportation, microchipping, returning animals to owners, rehoming and euthanasia;
- Maintain accurate records, registers and databases.
To be successful in this role you must be:
- Resilient - whilst we do lots of amazing work in the community in rehoming and reuniting animals, we also have to make the tough decisions and euthanise; not only if they are suffering from severe illnesses or are a danger to humans and animals but sometime due to capacity and likelihood of rehoming.
- Confident in dog handling - we deal with lots of large dogs who need firm handling. Experience of using an animal snare pole would be advantageous.
- Pro-active - this role will be required to work alone at the shelter
- Due to the nature of this role, successful candidates will be required to undertake a pre-employment medical/full functional assessment.
Remuneration and Benefits
Employment type: Permanent, part-time role - 19 hours per week
Salary (exclusive of super): Starting salary of $565.65 per week with the opportunity for competency-based progression
Benefits:
- PPE provided
- Flexible work arrangements - hybrid working and flexi-time
- Discounted gym membership through membership to Fitness Passport
- Career development opportunities
- Annual salary increase as per the Local Government (State) Award 2023 plus annual salary review
- Long service leave after 5 years
- Generous employee assistance program
- Salary packaging options available through Salary Packaging Australia and Maxxia
- Recognition through our annual awards ceremony celebrating and rewarding staff achievements
About the Port Macquarie Hastings Region
The region is one of Australia's most enviable locations. We boast a stunning hinterland, kilometers of pristine beaches, national parks, playgrounds, sporting facilities, restaurants, galleries, theatres and a genuine community vibe. The Mid-North Coast is perfect for hiking, surfing, camping, fishing, exploration, sports, arts, theatre, food and wine.
Questions?
If you would like to know more about this opportunity or have any questions about the role please contact Stuart Sinclair, Compliance Coordinator on 02 6581 8***
Interested in Applying?
Please complete the application form below and answer the questions which relate to the essential and desirable criteria within the selection criteria OR position description, then upload a copy of your resume and cover letter.
You will find the position description & selection criteria (which ever applies) when you apply for the role.
You may find it helpful to write your response to the questions in a word document then copy/paste this into the application form once you are ready to submit your application.
Applications Close: Sunday 7 April 2024 11:30pm
Notes:
Your application is being processed through our new recruitment system; we really appreciate your understanding and patience. If you have any feedback, please feel free to reach out to us at ****@pmhc.nsw.gov.au.
Suitable candidates may be placed on a talent pool or eligibility list for future identical, or similar positions for a period of 12 months.
Please upload documents in PDF format.
We often ask our preferred applicants to complete pre-employment checks. This may include: Reference Checks; National Criminal Police Check; Medical Assessment; Qualification Verification; Working with Children Check Verification.
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