$101,995 to $114,864 annually
Senior Manager: Behaviour and Population Management
Why Work With the Ottawa Humane Society
The Ottawa Humane Society has been a leader in animal welfare since 1888. We’re currently looking for an experienced and strategic Senior Manager: Behaviour and Population Management to join our team. This is a newly created role that combines expertise in animal behaviour, animal welfare, and shelter population management with strong leadership. If you’re passionate about improving animal welfare and leading programs and strategies that support positive outcomes for animals, this is a great opportunity to join the OHS!
What We Offer You:
- Extended Health, Dental, Paramedical and Vision Care coverage
- Life and Long-term Disability Insurance
- Health Care Spending Account
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid sick leave days and four additional paid leave days
- Statutory Holidays
- Vacation benefits
- RRSP matching program
- Free on-site parking
- Veterinary food and other supplies discount
- This is a full-time position working 37.5 hours per week.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Post-secondary degree or diploma in animal behaviour, animal science, animal welfare, veterinary technology, zoology, psychology, or a related discipline
- A recognized professional certification in animal behaviour, training, or a related field is preferred
- Demonstrated technical expertise in applied animal behaviour, including behavioural assessment, behaviour modification, enrichment, welfare-centred decision-making, and the application of evidence-informed practices to improve animal outcomes
- A minimum of four years of progressively responsible experience in animal behaviour, preferably in a humane society, animal shelter, or other animal welfare setting, including experience managing complex behavioural cases and applying behavioural expertise to program development and animal placement decisions
- Minimum of six years staff management experience
- Full professional proficiency in spoken and written English is required
For more information, please contact us at careers@ottawahumane.ca.
The Ottawa Humane Society is an equal opportunity employer. We value a diverse workplace and encourage applications from all qualified individuals of any race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, ability, or other protected characteristic.
We offer accommodation for applicants with disabilities in our recruitment processes. If you are contacted by the OHS regarding a job opportunity, please let us know prior to interview if you require any accommodation by contacting us at careers@ottawahumane.ca.
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