Job Description

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MPEX-LOG2D - Services Operations - Professional 2
Position summary
Under the supervision of the Associate Director of CMARC Operations, the Animal Care Manager manages the daily operations, logistics and administration of the animal care program. Ensures that the facility meets high standards of quality, is in compliance with best practices, SOPs, university policies, and CCAC guidelines governing the care and use of animals in research. Responsible for client service, facility inspections, safety programs and compliance. Directly manages and provides training to facility employees, and participates in their hiring and training.
Primary Responsibilities:

• Manages, the facility operation and a team of Animal Attendants and other MUNACA positions , and promotes the philosophy and the values of the department.
• Regularly inspects facility to ensure an efficient operation providing the highest quality of animal care and required sanitation standards in compliance with SOPs, university policies and CCAC guidelines.
• Collaborates with veterinary services staff to assure health and welfare of animals.
• Interacts with research staff to understand and meet their needs.
• Oversees record keeping for the animal care program (animal room logs, census, maintenance logs, etc.).
• Ensures facility and equipment maintenance meets operational standards.
• Using metrics, regularly reviews needs and makes recommendations for staffing and equipment and/or services.
• Directly supervises a large team of 10 - 20 Animal Attendants, and other MUNACA positions. Trains, orients and mentors facility employees and research staff. Participates in hiring process with HR administrator, creates schedule (24/7) approves absences and vacation. Verifies work and workflow in the team. Perform activities related to performance assessment, makes recommendation on trial /probation period.
• Attends meetings related to disputes or grievances with the union and representatives.
• Trains employees or refers to appropriate safety programs are followed.
• Oversees animal facility security.
• Responsible for inventory, procurement, repair and maintenance of animal care equipment.
• Inspects regularly animal facilities to ensure proper maintenance of infrastructure.

Diagnosing and properly defining problems and looking for solutions before seeking assistance from others.

• Demonstrating the ability to manage workload with existing resources, maximizing process efficiency, and most importantly, changing daily priorities/tasks.
• Striving to make process improvements.
• Effectively managing and meeting deadlines.
• Mobilizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Facilitating change and improvements.
• Key player in keeping emotions under control, and using de-escalation as a primary method to decrease tension at work.
• Oversees the construction and renovation of animal facilities.

Other Qualifying Skills and/or Abilities
Knowledge of health surveillance, quality assurance, and barrier facility practices, programs, and procedures for maintaining facility's designated health status. Knowledge of proper installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of animal research equipment. Knowledge and understanding of regulations, guidelines, and standards for the care of laboratory animals.
As one of Montreal's Top Employers, here is what we offer:

• Competitive benefits package (Health, Dental, Life Insurance) (if eligible)
• Defined contribution pension plan (with employer contribution up to 10%) (if eligible)
• Group Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and Tax Free Savings Account (TFSA)
• Competitive vacation policy
• Two (2) personal days
• Two (2) floating holidays
• Nine (9) "Summer Fridays" - paid days off between the St-Jean Baptiste holiday and Labour Day
• Paid time off over the December holiday period
• Tuition waiver for regular employees and their dependents
• Up to two (2) days of remote work per week where the position permits

Before applying, please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is based / located.
Knowledge of English: McGill University is an English-language university where day to day duties may require English communication both verbally and in writing. The level of English required for this position has been assessed at a level # (qualifier) on a scale of 0-4.
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Minimum Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree 3 Years Related Experience with Bachelor's Degree /
Annual Salary: (MPEX Grade 04) $64,770.00 - $80,960.00 - $97,150.00
Job Profile: MPEX-LOG2D - Services Operations - Professional 2
Hours per Week: 33.75 (Full time)
Supervisor: Associate Director Operations CMARC
Position End Date (If applicable):
Deadline to Apply: 2025-10-23
McGill University hires on the basis of merit and is strongly committed to equity and diversity within its community. We welcome applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to productively engage with diverse communities. McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated groups to self-identify. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, .

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