Wildlife Assistant Canada Summer Jobs (3 positions)

POSITION: Wildlife Assistant - Canada Summer Jobs (3 open positions)STATUS: Temporary Full-time Position - May 1st to August 31st 2026SHIFT: Various Shifts 37.5 hours per week (morning or evening 7 days a week)LOCATION: Wild Arc - Victoria BCCLASSIFICATION: CUPE 50 WAGE: Hourly CLOSING DATE: March 13th 2026 (Midnight EST)We welcome diversity value differences and foster inclusion in our employment out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading ourFoundational Principleson our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission vision and Job requirements: The HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program may fund some of these positions. Please feel free to apply even if you do not meet the Canada Summer Jobs requirements. CSJ criteria including: must be between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment and looking for career-related experience must be a Canadian citizen permanent resident or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations (proof required)NOTE The following groups are encouraged to self-identify as this has been identified as a local priority in the constituency by Canada Summer youthRacialized youthBlack youthYouth with disabilitiesYouth in a rural remote northern or fly-in communityYouth in an official language minority community2SLGBTQI youthThe BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your the Position:The Wildlife Assistant will participate in all duties and the daily operation of the centre including the supervision of volunteers in rehabilitation of wildlife in addition to maintenance of the facilities. By telephone and in person this position will promote the BC SPCA philosophy and mandate with respect to wildlife and animal welfare. This position will work in a humane professional and responsible manner and encourage by teaching and example other staff and volunteers to show the same qualities. This position will maintain operations to BC SPCA Wild ARC guidelines in conjunction with IWRC/NWRA minimum standards for wildlife specific duties:Perform duties as required including answering phone calls interacting with the public veterinarians government order to maintain centre operations Rescue and transport wildlifePick up supplies and donations as requiredLiaise with other rehabilitation organizations and perform regular research to ensure highest standards of animal care; stay abreast of current wildlife rehabilitation practicesEnsure facility hygiene and adherence to health and safety protocolsAssist with coordination of volunteers Maintain detailed records including patient-files care instructions and patient log book; perform data entry of files and analysis of recordsAssist in all daily animal care dutiesAttend and participate in team meetings training workshops and other projects as requiredWork shifts as required and perform other related duties as assigned by Wild ARC Management or Rehabilitation StaffQualifications you need to have:Minimum 1 year of post-secondary studies in Biological Sciences Conservation or Environmental Studies Animal Care or relevant field Basic animal care experience with wild mammals and birdsBasic knowledge of natural history identification and behaviour of BC wildlife species; familiar with provincial and federal government wildlife regulations and rehabilitation permit requirementsStrong teamwork skills and work ethic Excellent communication skills including telephone and public speakingCapable 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 tetanus (and rabies preferred)Must be able to work in emergency situations such as oil spills on short noticeGood physical stamina and healthIntermediate level of computer literacyAccess to vehicle use daily (Wild ARC is not on a direct transit route)Valid Class N or 5 BC Drivers License and drivers abstractHow to apply:If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls please. The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BNRR0001