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Animal Care Representative of The Animal Welfare
4 weeks ago
Looking for a unique opportunity? The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo is currently recruiting **internally** for the **Animal Care Representative** of the **Animal Welfare, Ethics, and Research Committee** (AWERC). Members will serve a two-year term and are eligible for two subsequent renewals (up to six consecutive years of service). The anticipated time commitment for this committee is approximately 24 hours per year which will center around training, pre-meeting reviews, meetings, and actionable items.
Our committee members are passionate about wildlife conservation, animal welfare, and scientifically sound research. The committee is composed of internal and external volunteer members with strategic roles and diverse experience to ensure animal welfare and research ethics are upheld to the highest standards and reviewed under the lens of professional expertise.
**What the Animal Care Representative Will Bring**
- ** Current permanent full time WI/CZ employment is required**:
- Must have at least three years cumulative experience as a full-time animal care staff working directly with animals at an accredited zoo or CCAC certified institutional animal facility.
- Expected to have a superior knowledge in the care of zoological and wildlife species.
- Working knowledge of zoo terminology, animal welfare and ethics.
- Experience using animals in a research context is considered an asset.
**What the Animal Care Representative Will Do**
- Actively participate in effective committee meetings
- Ensure all animals used for research and teaching purposes meet ethical and welfare standards
- Serve as an advisory body on welfare and ethical concerns within our zoo animal population
- Differentiate the needs of animals from the wishes and desires of individual human beings
- Commit to successfully complete the required animal welfare and ethics training which will be provided by the Zoo
- Evaluate the conservation relevance and scientific validity of proposed research activities
- Give objective advice on research, ethical and welfare related issues brought to the committee
- Establish good working relations with all stakeholders including staff, listen to their views, and maintain confidentiality regarding all matters discussed
- Be committed to the role and recognize the Zoos mission and vision in particular its commitment to conservation and animal welfare
**Working Conditions**
- Must be able to travel to the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo up to four times a year and/or have consistent access to a computer, camera, microphone, and internet for hybrid meetings
**What’s in it for You**
- Gain valuable experience and knowledge in animal welfare and ethical considerations in animal-based research, enhancing your skills in a meaningful field
- Opportunity to shape the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo in our goal to become Canada’s leader in wildlife conservation
- Access to ongoing education and training opportunities to stay informed about the latest advancements in animal care, welfare, ethical guidelines, and best practices in animal-based research
- Showcase your commitment to ethical animal treatment and your involvement in community service, making your CV or resume stand out to future employers
- Play a role in supporting research initiatives that aim to enhance conservation and translocation projects that contribute to global species conservation efforts
**Application Process**
- What interests you most about being a committee member?
- What insights, experience, and perspectives do you feel you have to offer for the applied position(s)?
- Please outline any experience you may have which would enable you to work successfully with other members in a group setting?
- If you are an applicant that is currently employed by the Zoo, do you have support from your manager or director for participation?
- How did you hear about the recruitment for AWERC?
The Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo strives to cultivate a workplace in **which** **everyone feels welcome and empowered to bring their authentic selves** to work. As a conservation organization,** **we** **respect and value the diversity of all life** and come together as individuals and teammates to achieve the Zoo’s mission and vision. We recognize the **value of diversity, equity, and inclusion**, and work to advance our culture to ensure diverse viewpoints are heard and everyone has an equitable chance to succeed and thrive.