Paid Positions

RSPCA ACT operates a professional, contemporary workplace and to be part of our team you will not only need to be a person of high integrity, you will need to be intelligent and passionate. You will also need to be mature, pragmatic and have a hunger for improving the lives of animals and people in the ACT.

RSPCA ACT offers a range of exciting roles at a variety of levels. From time to time, opportunities become available and are filled through a merit based process. Core skills needed for all roles at RSPCA ACT include:

An empathy for and understanding of animal welfare
Outgoing personality embodying a willingness to always improve
Loyalty, honesty, integrity and personal maturity

RSPCA adopts an equal employment philosophy. Successful candidates are required to submit a police check and in some circumstances a medical examination may be sought.

Positions Vacant

BEHAVIOURAL DOG TRAINERS Casual (several positions)

RSPCA ACT Life Skills Pet Dog Training School is seeking suitable applicants for the position of casual, behavioural dog trainers (2 to 8 hours per week). The school focuses on teaching pet dog manners, ranging from basic to advanced skills, and managing and preventing common behaviour problems.

We are looking for suitable applicants to instruct classes and give lectures. At least two years experience as a dog training instructor using reward-based training methods is a requirement of the position. Applicants with lesser experience can apply to join the school as a trainee. Trainee positions are on a voluntary basis, with the aim to provide the necessary training and experience to offer a paid position in the future.

Applicants are required to address a selection criteria which is available from;

Debbie Hartley
Manager Corporate Services
Telephone: 02 6287 8103
Fax: 02 6288 3184
Email: Debbie.Hartley@rspca-act.org.au

For enquiries regarding this position please contact;

Cheryl Bolton
Manager Behavioural Training
Telephone: 02 6287 8100
Fax: 02 6287 3424
Email: Cheryl.Bolton@rspca-act.org.au

Postal applications must be marked Attention: Behavioural Trainer
RSPCA ACT, PO Box 3082, Weston Creek, ACT 2611.

WILDLIFE ASSISTANT - Full-time 38 hours per week - Salary Range $29K - $31K - Includes Weekend Work

RSPCA ACT is looking for an experienced and motivated person to fill a full time role located in our busy wildlife centre. RSPCA ACT Wildlife cares for more than 2,500 animals annually. This role will have prime responsibilities for providing day to day care for a range of wild animals. You will also be required to collect and release these animals and implement caring programs under the direction of the Manager Wildlife Services and veterinary staff.

To succeed in this role you will need to have not only a passion for wildlife but proven experience in caring for wild animals. Qualifications in associated animal care and environmental fields are desirable. Drivers Licence is essential.

If you would like a copy of the Position Description, please email us.

For further enquiries regarding this position please contact:

Marg Peachey
Manager Wildlife Services
Telephone: 02 6287 8113
Fax: 02 6288 3184
Email: mpeachey@rspca-act.org.au