Animal Protection Specialist

4 weeks ago

Kamloops, British Columbia, Canada BC SPCA Full time

About the Role:

The BC SPCA is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Animal Protection Officer to join our team. As an Animal Protection Officer, you will be responsible for ensuring the prompt and effective investigation of animal cruelty complaints, enforcing animal cruelty legislation, and treating animals humanely with compassion and concern.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct or cause to be conducted, investigations into complaints of cruelty to animals.
  • Ensure that all complaints are properly and promptly investigated and that all actions taken are recorded in sufficient detail.
  • Protect the welfare of all animals and the safety of the public and enforce all federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations.
  • Carry out cruelty investigations in an objective, effective and diplomatic manner.
  • Respond to calls of both an emergency and non-emergency nature in an effective, efficient and caring manner.
  • Give due regard, in dealing with all animal related calls, to minimize the degree of suffering and reduce the chance of further injury to the animal, personal safety as well as the safety of the public.
  • Respond to situations using knowledge of animal behaviour, animal handling techniques and proper use of rescue equipment.
  • Respond promptly to such other calls as may be directed by the supervisor.
  • Offer expertise to assist all statutory authorities as requested.
  • Take custody of animals that are straying at large, abandoned or apparently ownerless.
  • Prepare Notices of Disposition in accordance with the PCA Act and BC SPCA policies.
  • Make decisions with respect to the determination of critical distress in accordance with the PCA Act.
  • May authorize the euthanasia of an animal determined to be in critical distress.
  • Investigate complaints to determine if an animal is in distress, and take whatever action necessary pursuant to the PCA Act to relieve that animal's distress.
  • Make application to the Justice of the Peace for and execute search warrants in accordance with the PCA Act, Offence Act and Criminal Code.
  • Gather evidence to assist in the proving of elements of an offence pursuant to the PCA Act, Criminal Code and any other legislation or regulation pertaining to the prevention of cruelty to animals.
  • Take any action necessary to ensure compliance with Federal or Provincial legislation or regulations pertaining to the keeping, care or prevention of cruelty to animals.
  • Prepare Reports to Crown Counsel or other reports in the performance of their duties.
  • Ensure all requested reports, including statistical reports, are submitted on time to the Manager of Cruelty Investigations.
  • Liaise with other agencies and the public on matters pertaining to cruelty investigations.
  • Perform other duties as may be assigned.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or equivalent – Post-secondary education preferred.
  • Successful completion of Justice Institute of BC courses: Introduction to Investigation Skills & Processes, Introduction to Animal Cruelty Investigations, Report Writing for Professional Investigators, Application and execution of Search Warrants.
  • Law enforcement experience is an asset.
  • Must have genuine compassion for animals and sound knowledge of the Five Freedoms and related animal welfare standards.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of federal, provincial and municipal laws and regulations.
  • Proficiency in animal husbandry and handling.
  • Demonstrated ability to organize work, meet priorities and work within a demanding work schedule with minimal supervision.
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work with internal and external stakeholders at all levels in a positive manner.
  • Demonstrated negotiation and mediation skills.
  • Strong customer service, interpersonal and presentation skills.
  • Position is physically demanding and includes heavy lifting, pushing and pulling which requires an individual with the ability to maintain a level of fitness and endurance to fulfill the required duties.
  • Excellent Computer skills; proficient in Excel, Word & Outlook.
  • Ability to regularly travel throughout the assigned region and Province as necessary.
  • Valid BC Class N or 5 driver's license and driver's abstract.
  • Criminal Record Check.
  • Animal Protection Services work is considered high-risk for potential psychological health and safety hazards. To ensure prospective employees are suited to reasonably handle the psychological demands involved in APS work, finalist candidates are required to complete a psychological assessment conducted by a 3rd party provider.

What We Offer:

The BC SPCA offers a dynamic and supportive work environment, opportunities for professional growth and development, and a competitive compensation package.

How to Apply:

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual who is passionate about animal welfare, please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to [insert contact information].

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