Job opportunity
Animal Care Worker – Closing Date: November 9, 2026
Selkirk First Nation
Reporting to the Animal Care Program Coordinator, the Support Worker is responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the community dog shelter, ensuring it is safe, clean, organized, and fully equipped to provide quality care for animals. The position contributes to community education, responsible pet ownership, and the overall success of the Animal Care Program.
Education/Experience
Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal welfare organization, or related environment.
Experience with animal handling and basic animal care.
Experience creating social media content (Facebook, Canva).
Strong team-oriented approach with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community members.
Strong interest in animal care and welfare.
Ability and willingness to perform basic animal care duties; training will be provided, including Pet First Aid certification and specific mentoring.
Working Conditions
Employees may be required to work weekends
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Employment is conditional upon the ability to provide services safely and be able to lift 50 lbs.
Conditions of Employment
Pet First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification within 3 months of hire
Oath of Confidentiality
Oath of Intoxicants
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and maintain a clean driver abstract.
For more Information
For more information, please contact Marion Catiau, Animal Shelter Coordinator at:
[email protected] or 867-687-1284.
Selkirk First Nation employment opportunities are posted on notice boards at the SFN office and Selkirk Centre, as well as online through the following websites:
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Apply on source site Education/Experience
Experience working in an animal shelter, veterinary clinic, animal welfare organization, or related environment.
Experience with animal handling and basic animal care.
Experience creating social media content (Facebook, Canva).
Strong team-oriented approach with the ability to work collaboratively with staff, volunteers, and community members.
Strong interest in animal care and welfare.
Ability and willingness to perform basic animal care duties; training will be provided, including Pet First Aid certification and specific mentoring.
Working Conditions
Employees may be required to work weekends
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions
Employment is conditional upon the ability to provide services safely and be able to lift 50 lbs.
Conditions of Employment
Pet First Aid certification or willingness to obtain certification within 3 months of hire
Oath of Confidentiality
Oath of Intoxicants
Valid Class 5 Driver’s License and maintain a clean driver abstract.
For more Information
For more information, please contact Marion Catiau, Animal Shelter Coordinator at:
[email protected] or 867-687-1284.
Selkirk First Nation employment opportunities are posted on notice boards at the SFN office and Selkirk Centre, as well as online through the following websites:
#J-18808-Ljbffr