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Animal care manager

Townsville
RSPCA Queensland
Posted: 21 June
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You will cultivate and maintain strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Collaborate across departments to streamline operations, ensuring shelter capacity and community support are maximized for optimal animal welfare outcomes. Foster a positive and collaborative workplace, promoting professional communication and a flexible, solutions-focused approach as we continue to expand our initiatives in the region

Your Goal

* To build and foster positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders particularly within the Townsville region
* To liaise with applicable departments and teams to coordinate and facilitate effective operations across the Townsville region, particularly regarding animal movements and capacity to care.
* To model a collaborative, inclusive and respectful work environment with an emphasis on effective and professional communications.
* To maintain an optimistic, solutions focused and flexible approach to working as the organization looks to grow initiatives within the Townsville region.

Your Key Responsibilities

* Ensure animals and people are cared for in line with RSPCA policies and procedures.
* Oversee and uphold accurate data entry. This includes but is not limited to animal care inventory, animal records and internal data collection which at times may be used in inspectorate investigations
* Assist with administrative tasks as required.
* Coordinating the transfers of animals from Townsville to other RSPCA locations and approved facilities.
* Coordinate the foster care program within the region and create initiatives for growth.
* Coordinate the offsite adoption program.
* Oversee the effective utilization of resources within the region including office use, office supplies and all animal related inventory.
* Oversee the animal husbandry requirements of all animals in care within the Townsville region.
* Oversee the implementation of behaviour initiatives and assessments.
* Coordinate volunteers, their daily activities and rosters.

About you

You'll be a great communicator with top-notch interpersonal skills. If this is the right role for you, your skills and qualifications may also include:

* A bachelor’s degree in business management, or a related field is desirable.
* Driver’s license is mandatory.
* Leadership abilities to motivate and guide a team of staff and volunteers.
* Familiarity with animal welfare laws and regulations.
* Training in crisis intervention and emergency response.
* Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
* Animal care knowledge and understanding of animal behaviour, health, and welfare.
* Strong verbal and written communication skills for effective interaction with staff, volunteers, and the public.
* Problem-solving skills to handle crises and make quick decisions under pressure.
* Strong customer service skills for dealing with the public and resolving issues.

Why Join Us?

* Work Your Way: Embrace a flexible working environment that adapts to your life.
* Comprehensive Support: Enjoy peace of mind with 8 weeks paid parental leave, flexible working arrangements, study leave, and even leave for your furry companions! Plus, access to counselling and mental health services whenever you need.
* Perks Galore: From free on-site parking to exclusive staff discounts, novated leases, free pet vaccines, and 40% off Royal Canin pet food, we’ve got you covered! And yes, you can even welcome a new best friend with free animal adoption options.
* Grow with Us: Unlock your potential through expansive learning and development programs designed to elevate your career and skill set.
* Animal Interaction: Your days will be filled with countless opportunities to connect with the animals in our care—every moment here has a tail-wagging, heartwarming purpose.
* Purpose-Driven Impact: Join a mission-driven organisation where every task you embrace makes a real difference to the welfare of animals. Be a part of something that truly matters!

Interested?

Apply now, shortlisting may commence before the closing date, so apply today to be part of our mission!

Successful candidates will be subject to a Police Check. We conduct police checks to ensure the safety and well-being of the community, staff, and the animals in our care. Candidates may also be required to undergo a pre-employment medical assessment.

RSPCA Qld acknowledges the Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the first inhabitants of the nation and the Traditional Custodians of the land. RSPCA Qld is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to ensuring a fair and inclusive hiring process. We embrace diversity and welcome all people irrespective of faith, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or gender identity.


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Your application will include the following questions: Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia? Employment offers are contingent on the completion of background checks, including National Police Certificate. Do you have a current Police Check for employment? Please indicate your Wage/Salary Expectations per year in Dollars excluding superannuation To reflect our commitment to improving outcomes for First Nations people and as an equal opportunity employer, we warmly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates. Do you identify as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person? How many years of prior Management experience do you have? Do you hold a current, open drivers' license? Do you have experience working in an animal-based role?

The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Queensland (RSPCA Qld) is the state’s oldest, largest and leading animal welfare charity, dedicated to improving the lives of all domestic, farmed and native animals throughout Queensland.

RSPCA Qld requires $42 million annually to support our animal centres, programs and services. As a non-government, community based charity, RSPCA Qld receives less than 1% of funding from the government and relies on donations, bequests and sponsorships from ordinary Queenslanders, just like you.

Our mission statement is simple, but powerful: Helping Animals, Enlightening People, Changing Lives

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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The Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Queensland (RSPCA Qld) is the state’s oldest, largest and leading animal welfare charity, dedicated to improving the lives of all domestic, farmed and native animals throughout Queensland.

RSPCA Qld requires $42 million annually to support our animal centres, programs and services. As a non-government, community based charity, RSPCA Qld receives less than 1% of funding from the government and relies on donations, bequests and sponsorships from ordinary Queenslanders, just like you.

Our mission statement is simple, but powerful: Helping Animals, Enlightening People, Changing Lives

Source: This is an extract from the company's own website.

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