CAREER Opportunities

Permanent, Full-Time | CALGARY, AB

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for animal welfare and excellent customer service skills? Join AARCS as the Adoptions Supervisor to help pets and people find their purrfect match!

ABOUT US: Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is a registered non-profit charity located in Calgary, Alberta helping over 4,000 animals find loving adoptive homes each year. We also facilitate numerous community support programs helping people and pets in our community. Our mission is Changing Lives Through Kindness.

THE ROLE: The Adoptions Supervisor plays a key role in leading and enhancing AARCS’ adoption program. This position requires a strategic and creative individual to increase adoption rates and ensure that animals are matched with loving homes. The Adoptions Supervisor oversees a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, guiding them to meet organizational goals while providing excellent customer service and high standards of animal care. Success in this role demands strong leadership, conflict resolution skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse groups, including staff, volunteers, and the community.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Genuine interest in animal welfare and husbandry.
• Emotional resilience to handle difficult or stressful situations.
• Ability to develop and execute creative, innovative solutions to increase adoption rates.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with a diverse team and public.
• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfortable handling dogs, cats, and critters, including those with complex behaviors.
• Strong conflict resolution, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Previous experience in animal shelter or adoption programs is considered an asset.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Support the day-to-day operations of the adoptions department, ensuring all processes run efficiently and effectively.
• Supervise Adoptions Coordinators, providing mentorship, performance evaluations and management, and support.
• Coordinate with other departments to assist with the smooth transition of animals from intake to adoption.
• Develop and implement innovative strategies and campaigns to boost adoptions and streamline the adoption process.
• Oversee the planning and execution of adoption events, including organizing staffing and volunteers, logistics, and marketing efforts, in collaboration with other departments and stakeholders.
• Ensure that adoption policies and procedures are followed consistently to maintain high standards of service and care.
• Track and analyze adoption data, generating regular reports to measure success and identify opportunities for growth or improvement.
• Ensure accurate and up-to-date animal profiles in PetPoint and website to maximize exposure of adoptable animals.
• Address customer service issues, handling with professionalism and compassion. Escalate more complex issues as required.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for Pet Store partners, maintaining relationships and addressing any concerns or needs as they arise. Manage the movement of cats and small animals, ensuring an adequate number are available in stores for adoption.
• Assist in training and developing both new and existing staff and volunteers, ensuring a consistent, high-quality adoption experience.
• Regularly participate in adoption initiatives by screening applications and facilitating adoptions. Provide coverage for Adoption Coordinators as needed.
• Act as the main point of contact for walk-in adoptions, handling inquiries, screenings, and the adoption process while coordinating additional staff support as needed.
• Provide on-call support to foster homes and/or shelter caregivers in the case of an emergency during a one week rotation, as needed, but approximately once every 12 weeks.
• Other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum three years management or supervisory experience, preferably in a similar field.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Valid driver’s license

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

• Office environment within a busy animal shelter with a moderate to loud noise level.
• The position may involve exposure to dangerous and/or diseased animals.
• Ability to walk, reach overhead and lift up to 50lbs.
• Ability to stand/sit/type for prolonged periods of time.

DETAILS: 

Shift: Tuesday to Saturday, 8-hour shifts. Flexible schedule to accommodate operational needs.

Start Date: Immediately

Location: Safe Haven – 5060 74 Ave SE, Calgary AB T2C 3C9

Salary Range: $44,850 – $58,450 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

• Paid vacation, statutory holidays and wellness time
• Health, Dental and Life and Disability Benefits
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Discounted pet food, services and supplies
• Free parking
• Public transit accessible

Apply Now: Qualified applicants should click the APPLY ONLINE link below to complete the application. The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AARCS is an equal opportunity employer.  If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us at careers@aarcs.ca as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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F/T REGISTERED VETERINARY TECHNOLOGIST in Calgary

ABOUT US: Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is a registered non-profit charity located in Calgary, Alberta helping over 4,000 animals find loving adoptive homes each year. Our mission is to rescue and re-home animals in need and provide community support programs that help people and their pets.

AARCS Veterinary Hospital is a fast-paced, high volume clinic designed specifically to help rescued animals. Our team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, assistants and support staff ensure the animals are provided with the highest standard of medical care. The hospital is fully equipped allowing our team to perform a variety of treatments on a daily basis.

THE ROLE: This role is responsible for supporting our skilled team of Veterinarians. Having both a love of people and animals, you are naturally optimistic, positive, friendly, and approachable. Working with on-site Veterinarians, the medical team, and a group of dedicated volunteers, you pride yourself on exceptional patient care. You enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, including high-volume surgery and hospitalization, and isolation for infectious disease. You have highly developed cooperation, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Your love of animals extends to shy, reactive, and feral animals which you can handle with confidence and care. At heart, you strive to see every animal provided with the highest quality medical care. Your strengths include teamwork and adaptability to change.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Genuine interest in animal welfare.
• Animal handling experience is required, including the ability and willingness to work with animals with behavioral issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain the highest standard of accuracy, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Diligent attention to detail, strong organizational abilities, and time management skills are required.
• Emotionally resilient with the ability to handle stress and react quickly and competently in demanding and changing situations.
• Highly developed cooperation, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to remain calm while working under pressure with competing priorities.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Provide medical care to shelter and foster animals (primarily cats, dogs, guinea pigs and rabbits), including physical examinations, diagnostics, medical rounds, and treatments under the guidance of Veterinarians, while ensuring safe handling of animals with behavioral concerns.
• Perform pre-medication, induction, intubation, and monitoring of anesthesia for surgical procedures, and respond to anesthetic emergencies with proficiency and care.
• Conduct high-volume surgical preparation, monitoring, recovery, and sterilization wrap packing to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
• Administer treatments, injections, and medications, and provide supportive care for hospitalized and isolated animals, adhering to strict disease prevention protocols.
• Perform comprehensive diagnostics, including radiographs, bloodwork, urinalysis, fecals, cytology, and ultrasounds, oral health assessments, diagnostic dental radiographs, and dental charting.
• Educate foster parents and adopters on animal health, including prescription medication usage and general wellness.
• Maintain accurate medical records in coordination with veterinary staff, entering data daily into electronic systems such as PetPoint.
• Collaborate with Veterinarians, Veterinary Technologist Assistants, and volunteers to deliver a high standard of care, maximizing resources while minimizing costs.
• Perform clinic husbandry tasks, including cleaning, disinfecting, and maintaining equipment and facilities.
• Ensure compliance with quarantine and sanitation protocols to manage and prevent contagious diseases.
• Support scheduling, phone inquiries, and operational needs for surgeries, examinations, and rechecks.
• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Licensed RVT in the province of Alberta.
• Must be in good standing with the ABVMA.
• Minimum three years of surgical experience is preferred.
• Experience in animal welfare/shelter environment is considered an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Hospital environment within a busy animal shelter with a moderate to loud noise level.
• The position involves exposure to dangerous and/or diseased animals.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and up to 120 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to stand, sit, crouch, bend and lift for extended periods of time.

DETAILS:

• Permanent, full-time – open to part-time.
• Shifts: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM- 6:00 PM – No overnight shifts. Open to part-time for the right fit.
• Start Date: Immediately
• Location: 5060-74 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2C 3C9
• Salary Range: $20.00 – $27.90 hourly, based on experience and qualifications

BENEFITS:

• Paid vacation, sick and wellness time
• Health, Dental and Life and Disability Benefits (24+ hours per week)
• Access to our Employee and Family Assistance Plan (EFAP)
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Discounted pet food, services and supplies
• Free on-site parking
• Public transit accessible

Apply Now: Qualified applicants should click the APPLY ONLINE link below to complete the application. The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AARCS is an equal opportunity employer.  If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us at careers@aarcs.ca as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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F/T ANIMAL HEALTH COORDINATOR in Calgary

ABOUT US: Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society (AARCS) is a registered non-profit charity located in Calgary, Alberta helping over 4,000 animals find loving adoptive homes each year. Our mission is to rescue and re-home animals in need and provide community support programs that help people and their pets.

AARCS Veterinary Hospital is a fast-paced, high volume clinic designed specifically to help rescued animals. Our team of experienced veterinarians, technicians, assistants and support staff ensure the animals are provided with the highest standard of medical care. The hospital is fully equipped allowing our team to perform a variety of treatments on a daily basis.

THE ROLE: Reporting to the Director of Animal Health, this position is responsible for the coordination of the Compassionate Care program, providing assistance with scheduling, accounting support, administration and general inquiries for the hospital, and the overall support of the veterinary hospital staff and volunteers.

ABOUT YOU: With a genuine interest in animal welfare, business management and ideally a background in animal medical care, you are interested in growing a career in animal welfare. You are highly proficient in computers, spreadsheets and typing. Your organizational and time management skills are impeccable and you pride yourself on your attention to detail. You are confident with medical terminology or have a drive and willingness to learn. You look beyond the task for ways to improve processes to refine proficiency, to save resources or time, and reduce costs. You are confident to work with all types of personalities, have a passion for collaboration, love providing great customer service and are always looking for ways to expand your skills.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• Genuine interest in animal welfare.
• Highly proficient in computers including Google Platform/Microsoft, email, PetPoint or equivalent database experience, data entry, and typing skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Maintain the highest standard of accuracy in a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
• Diligent attention to detail, highly organized, and strong time management skills are a must.
• Customer service experience with an ability to develop positive rapport with a diversity of people with different backgrounds and personalities.
• Highly developed cooperation, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Requires minimal supervision yet remains highly accountable for reporting.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Coordinate the Compassionate Care program (veterinary care for client pets) with the support of the Director.
• Coordinate outsourced veterinary appointment scheduling, including working collaboratively with outside clinics and arranging medical care for patients in Edmonton.
• Assisting with scheduling, accounting support, administration and general inquiries for the hospital. Verify animals are medically cleared for adoption and send weekly vaccination reminders to foster homes. Ensure veterinary hospital paper files are maintained. Facilitate bi-weekly PetPoint audits to ensure accuracy and process flow, and  maintain various department spreadsheets. .
• Manage tracking and reporting on monthly statistics for the veterinary hospital, Compassionate Care and Critter Program. Alongside the Director, manage oversight of day-to-day operations and regulatory requirements, including Dosimeter badges, licensing, staff training, volunteer coordination, equipment inventory,  maintenance and replacement.
• Develop and implement an effective inventory control system to ensure that necessary office and medical supplies are ordered in a timely manner. Coordinate critter program supplies, including ordering and distribution of supplies to foster homes. Ensure Critter shelter space is in order and husbandry duties as needed.
• Support veterinary hospital staff with answering the phone line.
• Prepare Physical Exam Sheets for pre-scheduled foster appointments and new intakes.
• Perform high volume data entry of medical records into electronic form.
• Ensure timely entries of all previous medical records for public intakes, City of Calgary Animal Services and/or outsourced medical records.
• Work collaboratively with the veterinary hospital staff and volunteers.
• Assist with animal handling as needed in the veterinary hospital and other tasks as assigned.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

• Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Degree or diploma in business or veterinary medicine field, i.e. RVT, VTA, VOTA preferred.
• Minimum three years in a business environment or a veterinary clinic or hospital considered an asset.
• Experience in animal welfare/shelter environments is considered an asset.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Veterinary Hospital environment within a busy animal shelter with a moderate to loud noise level.
• The position may involve exposure to dangerous and/or diseased animals.
• Emotional resilience to handle difficult or stressful situations.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and up to 120 lbs with assistance.
• Ability to stand, sit, and/or type for extended periods of time.

DETAILS:

• Shifts: Monday to Friday from 9:00am to 6:00pm (occasional opportunity to work from home)
• Start Date: Immediately
• Location: 5060 74 Ave SE Calgary AB T2C 3C9
• Salary Range: $40,000 to $52,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

BENEFITS:

• Paid vacation, statutory holidays and wellness time
• Company Benefits (Health, Dental, Life & Disability) including Employee & Family Assistance Program
• Continuing education and professional development opportunities
• Discounted pet food, services and supplies
• Free Parking
• Public Transit Accessible

Apply Now: Qualified applicants should click the APPLY ONLINE link below to complete the application. The posting will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We appreciate the time and effort it takes to apply and thank you in advance for your interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

AARCS is an equal opportunity employer.  If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please notify us at careers@aarcs.ca as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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Volunteer VETERINARIANS + RVTS

Clinic Hours MONDAY to FRIDAY 8am-6pm

ABOUT YOU: Are you an experienced and enthusiastic VETERINARIAN or VET TECH? Have you been looking for an opportunity in shelter medicine? Then we’re looking for you!

We are seeking volunteer veterinarians and registered veterinary technologists for our Safe Haven Shelter in Calgary, Alberta.

• You are a confident surgeon or technologist.
• You are willing and eager to do a number of physical exams.
• You are able and willing to work in a fast-paced environment.
• You have a love for animals and a good understanding of shelter medicine.
• You are positive, friendly and approachable.

If this sounds like you, email: amy.corpe@aarcs.ca today!