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...
Chief Corporate Services Officer
The Chief Corporate Services Officer (CCSO) is a key member of the senior leadership team and will play a critical role in shaping the long-term success, sustainability, and operational excellence of the Ottawa Humane Society.
Part Time & Casual
Attendant: Animal Care
The Attendant: Animal Care is responsible for providing animal husbandry and cleaning of animal care facilities at the Ottawa Humane Society. This role is primarily focused on maintaining clean, safe, and sanitary environments; providing daily feeding and husbandry; walking dogs; supporting enrichment activities; and ensuring each animal's basic health, comfort, and welfare needs are consistently met.
Casual
Assistant Veterinary Technician
The OHS is an animal shelter and a community resource for animal welfare. The Assistant: Veterinary Technician is responsible for providing a range of services, including medical, for animals in the care of the Ottawa Humane Society.
Full-Time Contract 12-Months
Registered Veterinary Technician: Clinic
The Registered Veterinary Technician: Clinic Services is responsible for the health and well-being of Ottawa Humane Society's and owned animals. Assist and provide support to the veterinarian, including surgical preparation and recovery, and administering and monitoring anesthesia. Provide medical and general animal assessment services, as well as administering prescribed treatments and other medical and diagnostic interventions. Maintain and prepare accurate expense accounts, other reports, forms, and computerized files.
Full-Time Contract 6-Months
Attendant: Direct Response
The OHS is an animal shelter and a community resource for animal welfare. The Attendant: Direct Response is responsible for providing administrative support to the Development department at the Ottawa Humane Society (OHS) including supporting donor stewardship communications