Careers
Work for Ottawa's Homeless Animals
We have many great positions for someone who loves working with animals or who wants to make a positive impact in Ottawa. Taking care of animals is just one of the many opportunities available for you.
Working with and for animals, advocating for their health and well-being or supporting others who do, can be a very rewarding and satisfying career.
If you’re a people-person who thrives on connecting with your community, our team has many opportunities where you will learn, grow or bring your own experience and help create a more humane and compassionate community for all.
We are committed to our team’s success. Find out from our President & CEO, Sharon Miko, how we work with you to make your job better. Whether you are starting your career, or looking for the next rewarding step, you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for at the OHS.
It’s a job you will feel really good about.
The Ottawa Humane Society is accredited by Imagine Canada and Humane Canada, reflecting our excellence in board governance, financial accountability and transparency, fundraising, staff management, volunteer involvement, and excellence in animal care.
Talent Pool
We’re building a talent pool of qualified, interested candidates for our current and future job opportunities, including full-time, part-time, casual and temporary contract positions. If you are looking to start or continue your career in animal care, shelter medicine or non-profit work, the OHS might be the right fit for you!
Applications will be kept in our talent pool for upcoming opportunities with the OHS on an ongoing basis. Requirements vary based on the role’s specific needs, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted only for the roles for which they’re being considered.
We're Looking For...
Full Time Contract 18 Months
Manager: Community Services
The Manager: Community Services (Temporary FT Contract, 18 months) is responsible for developing, implementing and managing the operation of Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) community programs and services.
Full Time
Manager: Development Operations (CRM, Systems & Processes)
The Manager: Development Operations (CRM, Systems & Processes) oversees the systems, processes, and data that support the Ottawa Humane Society’s (OHS) fundraising programs, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and compliance across all development activities.
Full Time Contract 8 Weeks
Veterinary Technician — Canada Summer Jobs
The Veterinary Technician: Animal Care is responsible for the health and well-being of Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) and other animals in the shelter, including providing medical assessments and interventions.
Full Time
Coordinator: Outreach (Educational Programs & Events)
The Coordinator: Outreach (Educational Programs & Events) is responsible for coordinating and delivering outreach programming of the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS).
Contract Full-Time 3 Months
Customer Service Representative: Foster
The Customer Service Representative (CSR): Foster is responsible for supporting the Foster Program at the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS).
Part Time
Customer Service Representative: Foster
The Customer Service Representative (CSR): Foster is responsible for supporting the Foster Program at the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS).
Part Time
Attendant: Animal Care
The Attendant: Animal Care is responsible for providing animal husbandry and cleaning of animal care facilities at the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS).
Full Time
Coordinator: Events
The OHS hosts and organizes various events. The coordinator: events is responsible for supporting the fundraising programs of the OHS by coordinating and executing fundraising and community engagement events.