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Working with and for animals can be a very rewarding career!

If you are hard-working, highly skilled and passionate about making a difference in your community, you will find yourself among like-minded people at the Guelph Humane Society. We are a dedicated team of dynamic, action-oriented and results focused staff and volunteers, who are extremely passionate about animal welfare. We employ people in a wide variety positions, in various full-time, part-time and casual opportunities available through the year.

Our hiring philosophy goes beyond filling positions – we are interested in finding people who want to make a difference in our community, while working as part of a positive team of people. If you are interested in joining our team, explore our current openings and be sure to check back for new job postings if there are no positions that suit you today.

Don’t see a role that is right for you but still interested in contributing to GHS?  Please consider volunteering with us.

The work of our dedicated volunteers contributes to our goals in making every day special for the deserving pets who are waiting to find loving homes and so much more!  Join the hundreds of people just like you who dedicate their time and efforts to helping animals in need.

  Click here to view GHS Volunteer Opportunities 

Explore our employment opportunities below:

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Director of Development

TITLE:                  Director of Development

TYPE:                   Full-time; permanent

LOCATION:         190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON

HOURS OF WORK:         40 hours/week; Flexibility to work evenings and weekends required.

Are you passionate about the critical role that animals play in our lives, the important connection between animals and their people? Do you want be part of a leadership team that helps countless vulnerable animals in our community? Are you passionate about the role philanthropy plays in advancing this work?

If you have a proven track record in fundraising at a senior leadership level, and a passion for making our community a better place for animals, please consider applying today.

The Director of Development is responsible for leading a comprehensive donor relations and stewardship program that relays impact through storytelling, inspires donor support, and fosters lasting relationships to advance the mission of GHS. They will be responsible for elevating GHS’s fundraising achievements through the creation and implementation of strategic directions that actively engage community partners, sponsors, prospects and donors at all levels; leveraging key relationships to achieve fundraising goals; securing major gifts and promoting and enhancing the public image of the organization.

Reporting to the Executive Director and leading a team of four direct reports, the Director of Development is a key member of the senior management team at GHS and plays a leadership role in setting and executing the organization’s fundraising strategy.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity and have the above qualifications, please forward your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to:

Lisa Veit
Executive Director
Email: lveit@guelphhumane.ca or ED@guelphhumane.ca
Subject line: “Director of Development”
Applications are encouraged on a rolling basis up to February 19, 2024.

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.  We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision, and values. GHS welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  Click here to view full job description 
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Adoptions Program Coordinator

TITLE:                  Adoptions Program Coordinator

TYPE:                   Full-time; 14-month contract

LOCATION:         190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON

HOURS OF WORK:         40 hours/week; Tuesday through Saturday. Flexibility to work evenings and 
weekends required.

The Guelph Humane Society (GHS) advocates for all animals and in particular those animals whose lives it can influence, through care, education, community engagement, and relationships.  

Are you passionate about the critical role that animals play in our lives, the important connection between animals and their people? Do you want be part of a team that helps countless vulnerable animals in our community?   

If you are passionate about creating ‘happy tails’ for pets and families, please consider applying today.  

The Adoption Program Coordinator is responsible for the administration of the adoption program at the Guelph Humane Society and will coordinate all related activities, including promotion, events, and off-site adoption (satellite locations).  Reporting to the Executive Director, this position works closely with other departments to ensure the overall success of the program. Exceptional customer service, through demonstrating a positive attitude, fostering good community relations, and supporting the overall mission of the GHS, are essential to this role. 

How to apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity and have the above qualifications, please forward your resume, cover letter, and salary expectations to:

Lisa Veit
Executive Director
Email: careers@guelphhumane.ca
Subject line: “Adoption Program Coordinator

Applications will be received on a rolling basis. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will be filled when the right candidate is identified. 

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.  We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision, and values. GHS welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  Click here to view full job description 
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Wildlife Care Attendant (Temporary Contract)

TITLE:                  Wildlife Care Attendant 

TYPE:                   Full-time; Contract (mid/late April to early September 2024)

LOCATION:         190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON

HOURS OF WORK:          32-40 hours/week

Shifts will include weekdays, evenings, weekends and statuatory holidays.

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in our community? Guelph Humane Society (GHS)’s mission is to advance the welfare of animals through care, education, community engagement, and relationships.

We are seeking Wildlife Care Attendants to join our team this summer! The successful candidates will be responsible for a wide range of day-to-day tasks related to the short-term general/ medical care of injured, sick and orphaned wildlife that are awaiting transport to a licensed wildlife rehabilitator, including humane handling, sanitation, medical treatment and monitoring,  In addition, the candidate will provide advice and support to phone inquiries about wildlife, and will assist with wildlife rescue.  Candidate will be responsible for greeting clients, providing exceptional customer service, having excellent communication and organizational skills, and demonstrating a positive attitude at all times.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity and have the above qualifications, please forward your resume with a covering letter and salary expectations to: 

Samantha Westphal

Animal Care Manager

Email: careers@guelphhumane.ca

Subject line: “Wildlife Care Attendant – Contract position”

Applications will be received on a rolling basis until Tuesday, March 5th, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will be filled when the right candidate is identified. 

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.  We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision, and values. GHS welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  Click here to view full job description 
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Animal Care Attendant (Part-time)

TITLE:                  Animal Care Attendant 

TYPE:                   Part-time; Permanent

LOCATION:         190 Hanlon Creek Blvd., Guelph, ON

HOURS OF WORK:         Up to 30 hours/week – shifts will include weekdays, evenings, weekends and statuatory holidays; shifts are 10 hours/day (8am-6pm)

Are you looking for an opportunity to make a positive impact in our community? Guelph Humane Society (GHS)’s mission is to advance the welfare of animals through care, education, community engagement, and relationships.

We are seeking a part-time Animal Care Attendant to perform a wide range of day-to-day tasks related to the general/medical care, humane handling, sanitation, and monitoring of dogs, cats, and small animals, as well as providing short-term care for injured or orphaned wildlife that are awaiting transport to a licensed wildlife rehabilitator.  Candidate will be responsible for greeting clients, providing exceptional customer service, having excellent communication and organizational skills, and demonstrating a positive attitude at all times.

How to apply:

If you are interested in this opportunity and have the above qualifications, please forward your resume with a covering letter to: 

Samantha Westphal

Animal Care Manager

Email: careers@guelphhumane.ca

Subject line: “Animal Care Attendant – Part-time position”

Applications will be received on a rolling basis until Tuesday, March 5th, 2024. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position will be filled when the right candidate is identified. 

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices.  We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision, and values. GHS welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities.  Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the recruitment process.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

  Click here to view full job description