Pound Animal Care Specialist

2 days ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia beBeeAnimal Full time $72,000 - $84,000
Job Title: Pound Coordinator

The City of Salisbury is seeking a dedicated and compassionate individual to fill the role of Pound Coordinator. In this position, you will play a vital role in overseeing the daily operations of the pound, ensuring the welfare, safety, and rehoming of impounded dogs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure the care, comfort, enrichment, and exercise of all dogs housed at the pound.
  • Monitor the health and welfare of dogs, arranging veterinary care, microchipping, desexing, and behavioural testing as required.
  • Coordinate and facilitate adoptions and foster placements, including developing dog bios, advertising, assessing applications, and facilitating introductions.
  • Build and maintain relationships with external agencies, rescue organisations, and the foster carer network to support successful rehoming outcomes.
  • Support and coordinate the City of Salisbury foster carer program in conjunction with the Volunteer Coordinator.
  • Maintain accurate records of impounding's, adoptions, fosters, and releases in accordance with records management requirements.
  • Ensure pound facilities are adequately stocked with supplies, managing purchasing within delegated financial authority.
  • Liaise with Community Compliance Officers, Inspectors, and external agencies to ensure pound operations are compliant and efficient.
  • Uphold animal welfare standards and ensure compliance with relevant legislation.
  • Promote a positive image of Council through professional, compassionate, and efficient service delivery.

Requirements:

  • Experience in animal handling, care, and welfare, ideally within a pound or shelter environment.
  • Knowledge of dog behaviour and rehoming practices, with the ability to assess suitability for adoption or foster.
  • Strong coordination and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage with staff, volunteers, foster carers, rescue organisations, and the public.
  • Ability to maintain accurate records and follow operational procedures.
  • Sound understanding of relevant legislation.

Benefits:

  • Comprehensive benefits package, including health and wellness programs.
  • Professional development opportunities, including training workshops, seminars, and study leave.
  • Work-life balance initiatives, including flexible work arrangements and generous leave policies.
  • Inclusive and supportive workplace culture, fostering a diverse and respectful environment.
  • Community engagement opportunities, enabling employees to make a meaningful impact.

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