Sr Wildlife Rehabilitator

POSITION: Senior Wildlife Rehabilitator STATUS: Temporary; Full-Time with benefits 16 monthsSHIFT: Various Shifts- various morning or evening shifts 7 days a weekLOCATION: Wild ARC - Victoria BCCLASSIFICATION: CUPE 50 WAGE: Hourly CLOSING DATE: Open Until FilledAbout the Position:The Senior Wildlife Rehabilitator will oversee and participate in all wildlife care duties and the daily operation of the centre including rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife in addition to maintenance of facilities and cleaning. By telephone and in person promote the BC SPCAs philosophy and mandate with respect to wildlife and animal welfare. Work in a humane professional and responsible manner and encourage by teaching and example other staff and volunteers to show the same qualities. Maintain operations to BC SPCA Wild ARC guidelines in conjunction with IWRC/NWRA minimum standards for wildlife specific duties:Responsible for oversight and administration of the day-to-day care of all rehabilitation animals; oversee and participate in all daily animal care duties including admission rescue triage examination laboratory and x-ray diagnostics treatment diet planning food preparation and feeding euthanasia release site selection and releasePerform duties as required including answering phone calls interacting with the public veterinarians government order to maintain centre operations Liaise with other rehabilitation organizations and perform regular research to ensure highest standards of animal care; stay abreast of current wildlife rehabilitation practices and communicate with regional national and international wildlife rehabilitation associationsEnsure facility hygiene and adherence to health and safety protocolsAssist in the training and management of staff interns and volunteers; develop coordinate and conduct workshops for training Maintain detailed records including patient-files care instructions and patient log book; perform data entry of files and analysis of recordsParticipate in cage design construction and maintenance as requiredCoordinate the rescue and transportation of animals Rescue and transport wildlifeOrder and pick up supplies; accept donations Attend and participate in team meetings training workshops and other projects as requiredMonitor the daily operation of the centre in the absence of the Manager Work shifts as required and perform other related duties as assigned by ManagerQualifications you need to have:Must be able to work in emergency situations such as oil spills on short noticeCapable of handling a demanding workload and long hours; work weekends and statutory holidays as requiredAbility to work in all types of outdoor conditionsComfortable working with potentially hazardous conditions such as contact with parasites zoonotic diseases dangerous animals and chemicalsRequires substantial physical labour (must be able to lift 50 pounds)Must be vaccinated for rabies and tetanusEducation Requirements University degree or diploma in Biological Sciences Animal Care or relevant field3-5 years full-time wildlife rehabilitation experience; 2 years in a supervisory roleBasic skills certification from a provincial or international body; advanced skills is preferable; knowledge of IWRC/NWRA minimum standardsAnimal care experience with small to medium size wild mammals and birds including raptors songbirds waterfowl seabirds deer raccoons squirrels seals Advanced knowledge of natural history identification and behaviour of BC wildlife species; familiar with provincial and federal government wildlife regulations and rehabilitation permit requirementsStrong team management and leadership skillsSolid skills in planning and time managementExcellent communication skills including telephone and public speakingGood physical stamina and healthIntermediate level of computer literacyValid Class N or 5 BC Drivers License and drivers abstractAccess to vehicle use daily (Wild ARC is not on a direct transit route) Philosophical harmony with the vision mission and strategic directions of the BC SPCA