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F/T CAT FOSTER HOME COORDINATOR - YYC

Permanent, Full-Time | CALGARY, AB

If you’re an enthusiastic, customer-service driven animal lover who thrives on creating positive experiences for cats and families, this is a dream role for you!

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 Cat Foster Home Coordinator is responsible for overseeing the cat foster homes and the animals being housed with them.

ABOUT YOU: Having both a love of people and animals, you have a natural ability to work with others and are friendly, approachable and able to provide exceptional service to others while remaining open-minded and non-judgmental. You take great personal satisfaction in your relationships with key stakeholders, including other staff, volunteers, foster homes, co-workers and rescue partners. Having a strong understanding of cats, their behavior and medical needs is important in facilitating the appropriate foster placement.  Your lifestyle allows you to regularly and consistently maintain a flexible schedule. You are able to work some evenings and weekends when needed to accommodate the needs of the organization.

DETAILS: 

Shift: 8-hour shifts, flexible schedule to accommodate some evenings and weekends, when needed.

Start Date: Immediately

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

Salary Range: $40,000 – $45,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

Benefits:

  • 3 weeks paid vacation
  • Company cell phone
  • Continuing education and professional development perks
  • Company Benefits (Health, Dental, Life & Disability)
  • Discounted pet food, services and supplies
  • Free parking

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

  • Genuine interest in animal welfare with good understanding of cats and their behaviour.
  • Emotional resilience to handle difficult or stressful situations.
  • High level of conflict resolution skills; ability to work calmly and proactively through challenges.
  • Strong organizational and technical skills.
  • Proven track record of being able to cultivate positive working relationships.
  • Personable with the ability to develop a positive rapport with stakeholders.
  • Cat handling experience required; including ability or willingness to work with feral cats and under socialized cats.
  • A quick thinker and efficient self-starter who takes initiative; has the ability to set priorities and manage workloads with minimal supervision.

    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

    • Manage a team of approximately 300 foster homes, and provide guidance and support when needed.
    • Facilitate foster placement of cats in a timely manner, including completing foster tiles, and sending discharge sheets within 24 hours.
    • Ensure Pet Point and all internal spreadsheets are up to date as it relates to foster homes.
    • Communicate frequently with foster homes to ensure ongoing satisfaction through regularly scheduled check in’s and bi-weekly newsletters.
    • 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.
    • Order specialty food and supplies for foster homes.
    • In collaboration and consultation with the veterinary hospital, communicate with foster homes in regard to animal care and health.
    • Manage foster home concerns and grievances in a timely manner; escalate to the Director of Programs as needed.
    • Coordinate supply requests from foster homes.
    • Ensure adoptable cats are on the website by following up with foster homes; request bio submission forms.
    • Work with the cat program team to ensure the movement and flow of cats in and out of the shelter.
    • Collaborate with all program staff to participate in organizing adoption events.
    • Participate in Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) cases, as requested.

    EDUCATION/TRAINING:

    • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
    • Moderate level of office software proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Internet, Google platform and databases.
    • Three or more years experience in a shelter environment is considered an asset.
    • Experience in Pet Point is considered an asset.

    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 [email protected] as soon as possible. All information received in relation to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

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    P/T OR F/T SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT COORDINATOR - YYC
    Term, Full/Part-Time | CALGARY, AB

    Are you creative, outgoing and an exceptional communicator? Read on… This one’s for you!

    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 Social Engagement Coordinator will be responsible for creating engaging content on all of AARCS social media feeds to develop long-lasting relationships with our audience. This role works across all of AARCS departments to capture content, stories and any operational needs that may need extra attention.

    ABOUT YOU: Having both a love of people and animals, you are creative, outgoing, friendly, and social with the ability to be a confident spokesperson for the organization and the cause both online and on-site. You possess exceptional communication skills, enabling you to create clear and concise written and verbal communications. You are a quick thinker and efficient self-starter who takes initiative; has the ability to set priorities and manage workloads with minimal supervision. Your flexible schedule allows you to work irregular hours including some evenings and weekends. You are technically inclined and have experience in creative development applications for both mobile and desktop.

    DETAILS: 

    Full/Part-Time, Term Contact: Through to January 2025

    Shift: 4-8 hour shifts, flexible schedule to accommodate needs. Weekend and evening work required.

    Start Date: Immediately

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

    Salary Range: $17:00 – $21:00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications

    Benefits:

    • 3 weeks paid vacation (prorated)
    • Company cell phone
    • Continuing education and professional development perks
    • Company Benefits (Health, Dental, Life & Disability) (24+ hours/week)
    • Discounted pet food, services and supplies
    • Free Parking

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS

    • Genuine interest in animal welfare.
    • Creative, outgoing, friendly, and social with the ability to be a confident spokesperson for the organization and the cause both online and on-site.
    • Clear and concise written and verbal communication skills.
    • Strong organizational and technical skills.
    • Ability to tell dynamic, engaging stories through a variety of media.
    • A quick thinker and efficient self-starter who takes initiative; has the ability to set priorities and manage workloads with minimal supervision.
    • Ability and willingness to work irregular hours including some evenings and weekends to oversee social media platforms consistently.
    • The ability to effectively communicate information and ideas in written and verbal format with proven abilities in writing, proofreading, and editing.
    • Experience in creative development applications for both mobile and desktop.
    • Professional experience is considered an asset or a solid understanding of social media platforms including but not limited to; Facebook Business Suite/Manager, Facebook Ads and Google Ads, Instagram and TikTok.
    • Comfortable handling and interacting with animals including dogs, cats and domestic rodents.

    CONSIDERED AN ASSET

    • Familiarity with and interest in generative and predictive artificial intelligence tools.

    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

    • Create, develop and source quality content with your team of staff and volunteers.
    • Oversee daily content of all social media channels, including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube, including original text, images, video or graphics that build meaningful connections and encourage audiences to take action and increase engagement.
    • Ensure consistent messaging when interacting with followers and responding to comments and messages. Direct inquiries to the appropriate person within the organization when necessary.
    • Work closely with departments, social media volunteers and communications team staff to gather interesting content, creating posts and interacting with followers.
    • Plan and execute organic online and advertising campaigns for lotteries, events and other organizational needs/initiatives.
    • Continuously improve metrics by capturing and analyzing the appropriate social data/metrics, insights and best practices, and then act on the information to improve engagement.
    • Stay current with social media trends and best practices to ensure ongoing account optimization.
    • Be open to getting in front of the camera to create engaging live content when needed.
    • Organize CIR Pet of the week postings and communication.
    • Assist the Digital Campaign Specialist  with online fundraising campaigns, website editing and other graphic design/marketing projects.
    • Other tasks as assigned.

    EDUCATION/TRAINING:

    • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
    • Minimum two years experience in a social media role.
    • Marketing or Social Media related education is considered an asset.

    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.

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

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    F/T EVENTS COORDINATOR - YYC
    Permanent, Full-Time | CALGARY, AB

    Are you friendly, approachable and easy to talk to?

    This one’s for you! 

    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: Reporting to the Events & Resource Development Supervisor, the Events Coordinator will effectively manage and implement various initiatives, festivals, fundraisers, and events in collaboration with third-party partners, while also nurturing relationships within the community.

    ABOUT YOU: Having both a love of people and animals, you are naturally optimistic, positive, friendly, and approachable. You possess exceptional communication skills, enabling you to engage with diverse stakeholders, including staff, volunteers, and community members. You pride yourself on maintaining a polished and professional appearance as the organization’s representative, embodying its values and image. You demonstrate the ability to work autonomously as well as part of a team, contributing to the enhancement of AARCS’ public presence and advocating for the welfare of animals.

    DETAILS: 

    Shift: 8-hour shifts, flexible schedule to accommodate events. Weekend & evening work required.

    Start Date: Immediately

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

    Salary Range: $40,000 – $46,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications.

    Benefits:

    • 3 weeks paid vacation
    • Company cell phone
    • Continuing education and professional development perks
    • Company Benefits (Health, Dental, Life & Disability)
    • Discounted pet food, services and supplies
    • Free Parking

    POSITION REQUIREMENTS

    • Genuine interest in animal welfare.
    • Confident and knowledgeable with events and possess exceptional organizational skills.
    • Very personable and able to develop positive rapport with people with diverse experience and backgrounds.
    • Self motivated with exceptional time management – ability to set priorities and manage workload with minimal supervision.
    • Confident to handle animals onsite during an event, ensure they are being handled safely and are a priority in all environments.
    • Familiar with mobile payment terminals and cash transactions.
    • Ability to troubleshoot on the fly with ease and confidence.
    • Administrative and computer experience is required.
    • Valid Driver’s License.

    CONSIDERED AN ASSET

    • Experience and knowledge of Raiser’s Edge donor management program.

    PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

    • Collaborate with the Fundraising & Resource Development Supervisor to ensure all events/ fundraisers are executed effectively and efficiently.
    • Ensure AARCS booths and displays are interactive, visually appealing, effective in raising awareness, promoting donations and merchandise sales.
    • Work with AARCS foster homes and volunteers to arrange transportation of animals required for events.
    • Represent AARCS through various media platforms, promoting animal adoption and fundraisers.
    • Transport merchandise, event supplies, festival tent, tables, animal supplies as well as animals to and from event sites.
    • Efficiently execute set up and tear down of displays, booth, and festival tent.
    • Train and support event volunteers in event  policies and procedures, AARCS information etc.
    • Be onsite at events and oversee event volunteers during  shifts.
    • Maintain the events calendar,  ensuring it is up to date with activities and details.
    • Ensure event sales/merchandise sheets are completed and cash procedures followed accordingly.
    • Manage inventory levels of merchandise to ensure availability for events.
    • Interact and engage with event attendees with ease. Providing and promoting information about AARCS, including adoption, fostering, volunteering etc.
    • Provide information and photos from the event for social media purposes.
    • Build and maintain relationships with local businesses and other event attendees.
    • Create and/or source promotional materials that are consistent with AARCS branding guidelines.
    • Assist in overall fundraising efforts by providing creative input, ideas and concepts.
    • Identify community opportunities for AARCS to be involved in.
    • Other tasks as assigned.

    EDUCATION/TRAINING:

    • Minimum High School Diploma or equivalent.
    • Certified in Event Planning or other related education is considered an asset.
    • Minimum two years experience in an event role.

    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.

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

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    Registered Veterinary Technologist - YEG

    LOCUM RVT in Edmonton

    Position: Registered Veterinary Technologist, Locum

    Shelter Location: North Haven – 8108 Coronet Rd NW, Edmonton

    Shelter Hours: Monday to Sunday,  8:00am-6:00pm 

    Shift: 1 day a week (6-8 hours). Can be any day of the week. Preferably the same day each week.

    Hourly Rate: $25.00 per hour

     

    ABOUT YOU: Are you an experienced and enthusiastic VET TECH? Have you been looking for an opportunity in shelter medicine? Then we’re looking for you! We are seeking a registered veterinary technologist for one day a week in our North Haven Shelter in Edmonton, Alberta.

    • You are a confident 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 solid understanding of shelter medicine.
    • You are positive, friendly and approachable.

    If this sounds like you, email: [email protected] today!

    Alberta Animal Rescue Crew Society 

    5060 – 74th Ave SE, Calgary, Alberta

    IF THESE POSITIONS DO NOT APPLY TO YOU, Please consider becoming a Volunteer or a Foster Home

    VOLUNTEER VETS + RVTS

    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: [email protected] today!

    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.

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