Job Description

Dog Care Coordinator, Lead

Full Time | 40 hours per week, Tuesday - Saturday | On-Site

About the Role

Reporting to the Animal Care Manager, the Dog Care Coordinator is responsible for the care and welfare of the canines in the care of the Georgian Triangle Humane Society. As lead of the dog care team, ensure that the volunteer experience within the GTHS is positive, meaningful and engaging.

The role involves maintaining a clean and welcoming shelter environment. It requires delivering a high standard of care through enrichment activities, medication administration, and monitoring overall wellbeing. Responsibilities include following prescribed medical treatment plans, keeping accurate and detailed medical records. All intake, medical, and behavior documentation must be complete and accurate in animal record software.

The role involves overseeing daily volunteer supervision, scheduling, and training to ensure full coverage and adherence to GTHS policies and procedures. Responsibilities include coordinating onboarding, refresher training, and cross-training opportunities, developing and reviewing dog care protocols, and fostering effective communication within the team. Additional duties include conducting quarterly team meetings, ensuring behavioral and medical plans are followed, and providing backup support across animal care roles. The role also supports shelter organization, stocking, and cleanliness, performing light janitorial tasks as required, while building strong relationships with volunteers to keep them engaged and recognized.

What You'll Bring

Diploma in an animal related field and/or equivalent work experience for a min. of 1 year Candidates must possess or commit to achieving the ONE of the following certifications or an equivalent accreditation within one year: Karen Pryor Academy certified trainer (KPA) and/or Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) Ability to work with all breeds, strengths and sizes of dogs A sound foundation in basic dog handling & canine behavior, which matches the handling protocols of GTHS Recognition and understanding of parasites and common shelter ailments Ability to develop a positive and productive relationship Experience giving medications, subcutaneous fluids, nail trimming and micro-chipping Ability to multitask, work under pressure and willingness to learn multiple areas of the shelter Demonstrates understanding and passion for animal welfare Self-motivated with a proven ability to complete tasks with competency and accuracy Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite of programs Ability to work weekends and evenings as required.

Value Alignment:

Genuine interest in the welfare of animals and congruent values with the organization Behaviour in alignment with our values of compassion for pets & people, inclusivity, perseverance, well-being, and life-long learning

Why You'll Love Working Here

Opportunities for team connections and collaboration in person Professional development/training opportunities Regular interactions with adorable animals and a meaningful impact in daily work

Working Conditions

This role requires work with animals on-site (feline and canine) in a high-volume shelter environment. This position necessitates regular contact and some hands-on work with animals of diverse breeds, sizes, and behaviors. The work environment inherently contains common animal-related allergens, including but not limited to fur, dander, and cleaning agents. This role also requires prolonged sitting (up to 8 hours/day), computer usage for extended periods, as well as standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 30 pounds as necessary. Additional duties may include performing physical tasks related to animal handling, cleaning, and general facility maintenance. This role may require working alone and closing the animal centre. As such, you are able to perform all the essential duties of the position in such an environment.

Learn More About GTHS

We're a community-based non-profit organization providing a vulnerable animal shelter, animal adoption services, low-cost veterinary care, and community programs and services (www.gths.ca).

How to Apply

If this position sounds like the right fit for you, please submit your resume and cover letter on Indeed's job portal directly https://ca.indeed.com. This position will remain open until filled; interviews will be scheduled as candidates are selected.

Accommodations

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. The GTHS will endeavor to make accommodations based on individual accommodation needs, please notify careers@gths.ca about your specific needs, this information will be kept confidential.

Job Type: Permanent

Pay: $48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Casual dress On-site parking
Ability to commute/relocate:

Collingwood, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Why are you interested in working for the organization GTHS? What specifically about this ROLE interests you? This role is TUESDAY - SATURDAY (Sunday & Monday off) on site at the Animal Centre. Does that schedule work for you on a consistent basis? Describe your experience working with dogs and how would you ensure their physical and emotional wellbeing in a shelter or similar environment
Education:

Secondary School (required)
Experience:

Animal Care: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person