ABOUT US

As one of the largest animal shelters in South Australia, Animal Welfare League (AWL) takes in over 80 animals each week to rehabilitate and rehome them with loving families.

Thanks to the generous support of South Australian animal lovers, we can continue our mission to connect pets, people and community – not just through matching pets with their forever families, but also by helping owners farewell their beloved pets through our Pet Cremation service, caring for pets in our Boarding facilities and helping South Australians shop sustainably through our Op Shops.

Thanks to the work of our amazing employees and volunteers and the ongoing support of the South Australian community, we will continue working towards our vision of a South Australia where every pet has a loving home.

 

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are looking for an Animal Care Coordinator to join our team working across intake, dog rehoming and cat rehoming.  This position is responsible for the effective coordination, engagement, integration and orientation of animal care staff and for providing ongoing training and mentoring to the team.

As an Animal Care Coordinator, you will ensure the provision of high-quality care to all animals at AWL and provide leadership and supervision to the animal care staff and volunteers.

 

* This is a temporary role for up to 6 months, full-time position working 37.5 hours a week with one in two weekends required.  The role will be based across our Wingfield and Edinburgh North sites. 

 

ABOUT YOU 

The Animal Operations Department is seeking an experienced and team-orientated individual who can connect with AWL’s vision and mission and possesses the following:

 

Essential

• Minimum 3 years previous experience in an animal care or related field.
• Demonstrated understanding of and interest in animal related issues particularly relating to animal welfare.
• Proven experience coordinating teams of staff and volunteers to achieve desired outcomes in required timeframes and building a positive culture.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and demonstrate effective time management skills.
• High level of professionalism with a strong customer service focus.
• Ability to operate within a highly structured environment with a focus on policies, procedures and implementing programs.
• Experience performing operational and personnel management functions in order to effectively utilise the material and human resources associated to the Animal Care Centre.
• High level of written and verbal communication skills and proficient in database management.

 

Desirable

• Experience with databases including ShelterMate / ShelterBuddy is highly desirable.
• SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
• Willingness to work at any AWL site or location.
• This role does include a minimum of one in two weekends and public holidays as required.
• Applicants must be functionally assessed to ensure physical ability to complete the physical demands of the position.
• Additional hours may be required to meet business needs.
• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Clearance in accordance with AWL Policy.

 

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!

• Salary Sacrifice Benefits.
• Discounted pet boarding, adoptions and cremation services in accordance with AWL policy.
• 20% discount on retail products from the AWL Pet Shop.
• Work in a positive and supportive environment.

 

For further information including the Job and Person Specification, please visit https://awl.org.au/animal-care-coordinator-2 

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 

If you are passionate about connecting pets, people and community, we want to hear from you! 

Applications for this position must include the following:

• Cover Letter introducing yourself and detailing your professional experience regarding animal handling and addressing the ‘Person Specification’ section within the position description.
• A Curriculum Vitae including a minimum of two current referees with email addresses.

Applications are to be addressed to Ashleigh Acheson, Shelter Manger.  Hit APPLY now!

For enquiries about the position, please contact People, Culture and Safety at peoplecultureandsafety@awl.org.au

Applications close: Tuesday 30 July 2024

 

 

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