ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER – 172-26-4
Animal Wellness, Wellbeing
Full-Time
Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, September 23, 2026, for the Animal Control Officer with Animal Wellness, Wellbeing. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search. NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.
Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.
JOB SUMMARY: The Animal Control Officer Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager, Allied Health Services.
PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
To assist the Animal Control team in the performance of operational duties in regard to animal control, animal welfare, shelter care and maintenance, prevention and promotion as it relates to Six Nations of the Grand River Community’s health and wellbeing.
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Type
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Full Time
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Closing Date
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September 23, 2026
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Hours of Work
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35 Hours per week
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Wage
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Min. $27.20 per hour
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*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum Grade 12 education
- Animal control services field experience an asset
- Strong knowledge of and experience with Six Nations community or other Indigenous communities and understanding of importance of culture as foundation
- Good communication and time-management skills
- Knowledge of animal behaviour an asset
- Understands the importance of confidentiality, able to work with tact and discretion
- Must have a valid Class “G” driver’s license and reliable transportation
Other Related Skills:
- Must possess a knowledge of the Six Nations community, its culture and traditions, and various service agencies
- Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers
- Knowledge of surrounding SPCA, Rescue Centre, Animal Welfare agencies is an asset
- Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers
- Ability to maintain compassion with animals
- High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office – MS Word and Excel
- Must have criminal record check
SUBMISSION PROCEDURE: (Choose one method ONLY):
Method #1: Online
- Please visit: My Job Search to access our job board and follow the directions to apply.
- Please ensure all required documents are provided/uploaded with your application package, which include:
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- If you have any questions or need assistance please reach out to Mary Ann Alldis, HR Business Partner at 519-445-2223 ext. 5755 or via email at [email protected].
Method #2: GREAT – Applications must include all of the following:
- Printed, filled in, and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.
- Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.
- Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.
- Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.
- Place all documents listed above in a sealed envelope and mail to or drop off at:
Animal Control Officer – Full Time – 172-26-4
c/o Reception Desk
Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)
P.O. Box 69, 16 Sunrise Court
Ohsweken, Ontario N0A 1M0
POSITION DESCRIPTION – ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES
POSITION TITLE: Animal Control Officer
REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:
Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager, Allied Health Services.
PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION:
To assist the Animal Control team in the performance of operational duties in regard to animal control, animal welfare, shelter care and maintenance, prevention and promotion as it relates to Six Nations of the Grand River Community’s health and wellbeing.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Technical Functions:
- Responding to calls from the Six Nations Police, or other Six Nations public official/resident to pick up stray dogs/cats to the extent that they may be confined or captured in suitable facilities. This includes:
- Investigating complaints that may arise regarding dog/cat control at Six Nations of the Grand River
- Responding to citizen complaints concerning stray domestic animals, issue warnings to owners; and impound lost, homeless and dangerous animals
- Providing required and reasonable care for the dogs/cats while in their custody i.e. food, water, shelter
- Ensures quality of care of animals confined (maintenance, veterinary attention to sick/injured animals)
- Establishing protocols with relevant services regarding emergency services, rabies control and other pertinent reasons
- Detaining a dog/cat when it is in the best interest of Six Nations residents or at the request of a Six Nations Police Officer or following the impounding period
- Informing Six Nations Public Health officials of complaints or action taken, as it relates to the detaining or euthanizing of a dog/cat, within 2 business days of the occurrence
- Willingness to work after hours as required – weekdays and weekends
- Performs other related duties as may be required
- Assists in monitoring, evaluating and enhancing programming
- Tracks and informs manager of incidents while following protocols
- Communications Functions:
- Meet with the Manager for guidance and approvals
- Monitor compliance to standards
- Participate in ongoing staff education/training
- Possess strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
- Attends staff meetings
- Responding to community member inquiries
- Administrative Functions:
- Provide complete records, as required that clearly identify the relevant dog/cat services on a monthly basis
- Reports are completed and submitted by adhering to deadlines
- Assist with evaluating programming for effectiveness against established expectations/outcomes
- Follow annual work plan
- Other Functions:
- Performs other duties as may be reasonably required
- Provides support to the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency Measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of Health Services
- It is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management
WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Work has a high public profile, extensive public contact and is subject to deadlines and interruptions and petulant people
- Work involves considerable out-of-office contact
- Work may at times be subject to unscheduled hours
WORKING RELATIONSHIPS:
With the Manager
- Receives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plans and priorities
With Other Staff
- Maintain cooperation and consideration with all staff members
With Internal and External Agencies
- Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to health services; maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop close working relationships
With the Public
- Represents and promotes the health service interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous, co-operative, positive and proactive manner, provides information as requested
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS:
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum Grade 12 education
- Animal control services field experience an asset
- Strong knowledge of and experience with Six Nations community or other Indigenous communities and understanding of importance of culture as foundation
- Good communication and time-management skills
- Knowledge of animal behaviour an asset
- Understands the importance of confidentiality, able to work with tact and discretion
- Must have a valid Class “G” driver’s license and reliable transportation
Other Related Skills:
- Must possess a knowledge of the Six Nations community, its culture and traditions, and various service agencies
- Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers
- Knowledge of surrounding SPCA, Rescue Centre, Animal Welfare agencies is an asset
- Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers
- Ability to maintain compassion with animals
- High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office – MS Word and Excel
- Must have criminal record check
IMPACT OF ERROR:
Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Health Services, Human Services Committee, Six Nations Elected Council, Government Agencies and the public.
CONTROL:
Guiding principles set by Health Services Department and Six Nations Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Health Services Department and other legislation provided by the respective governments.
