Animal Handler

**Permanent, Full-time opportunity with a Monthly RDO**:

- **Band 3 Salary $58,766.76 - $62,891.40, plus superannuation***

**The Role**:
The Animal Handler is required to deliver, as part of the team, animal behaviour assessment, daily cleaning and care duties, and will provide support and advisory reporting to the shelter supervisor and across the shelter team in accordance with established policies, procedures and statutory requirements.

This role ensures the efficient and effective of animal workflow procedures throughout the shelter environment and will be able to provide customer service and advice for the department in successful pet rehoming and animal behaviour.

**About You**:
Demonstrated proficiency in the use of computers and information technology, coupled with high level communication and conflict resolution skills and a demonstrated ability to investigate and analyse data with a high level of attention to detail.

**Key Selection Criteria**:

- Ability to conduct dog behaviour/ temperament testing for adoption programs.
- Ability to prepare reports both written and orally to senior staff members relating to dog assessments progress.
- Knowledge and understanding of the health and safety risks associated to this position.
- Ability to work in a highly emotive environment
- Basic knowledge of Microsoft office
- Well-developed communication skills, focusing on customer service excellence.
- Demonstrated skills and knowledge of animal husbandry practices.

**How to apply**:
The closing date for this position is **Friday 1st March 2024.**

The successful applicant will be required to undergo a full employment medical and police check.

**Contact**:
For further information on this position, please contact **Clare Douglas-Haynes, Coordinator Animal Services on 0419 346 565.**Job Ref**:

- CJ000207

**Submitted**:

- 16-02-2024
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