EmailMe Form - North Bay Humane Society • Job Application

For which job are you applying? *

Animal Care Attendant

Contact Information

First and Last Name *

First Last

Phone Number *

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Email Address *

Application Questionnaire

Have you previously worked in any of the following settings? *

Animal Shelter or Humane Society

Veterinary Clinic or Animal Hospital

Kennel or Boarding Facility

Farm or Ranch

Law Enforcement or Bylaw Enforcement Officer

No, I have no prior experience in an animal-focused job

Please describe your animal handling experience, giving at least one example of dealing with companion animals. *

Are you comfortable working with animals of all sizes, temperaments and medical conditions? *

Yes

No

It depends on the animal

Are you comfortable handling and cleaning up animal waste including urine, feces and blood as part of your daily responsibilities? *

Yes

No

Do you have any experience dealing with aggressive or reactive companion animals? *

Yes

No

Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced environment that can sometimes be emotionally challenging, such as seeing sick, injured or abandoned animals and occasionally dealing with difficult or distressing situations? *

Yes

No

Do you have experience administering medications (oral, topical, injections) to animals? *

Yes

No

What steps would you take if you noticed an animal showing signs of illness or distress? *

How do you work under pressure, especially during busy times when multiple customers/animals need attention? *

Can you describe a time when you had to communicate important information to a customer or coworker? How did you ensure they understood you? *

Have you ever dealt with a difficult or frustrated customer? How did you handle the situation and what was the outcome? *

This role may require handling difficult or emotional conversations with pet owners, such as informing them that their adoption application has been denied, discussing an unpaid impound fee or explaining that their pet has a serious health concern. How would you approach a conversation with someone who is upset about their pet’s situation? *

Do you have any prior experience working in law enforcement, bylaw enforcement or a related field? If yes, please describe your role, responsibilities and the length of your experience. (Animal Control Officer only.)

This job involves heavy lifting, bending and standing for long periods. Are you comfortable with these physical demands? *

Yes

No

Other (please explain)

Why do you want to work for the North Bay and District Humane Society? *

What makes you the ideal candidate to join our team? *

Schedule and Availability

Please let us know when you are able to work throughout the week. (Don't worry if things change -- this just gives us an understanding of your schedule.)

Which days are you available? *

How many hours per week are you looking to work? *

Full Time (35-40 Hours)

Part Time (10-35 Hours)

As Needed (I'm Flexible)

On a scale of 1-5 (1 being no experience, 5 being highly proficient), how would you rate your computer skills, including tasks like data entry, scheduling, using email and learning new software programs? *

What is the highest level of education you have completed? *

Do you have a current driver's license and reliable transportation to commute to work? *

Yes

No

Are you currently legally able to work in Canada? *

Yes

No

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