Rehoming Officer - Companion Animals
SALARY: An attractive salary remuneration will be negotiated with the successful applicant. This remuneration will be based on skills, abilities and experience that the preferred candidate brings to this role
Work Type: Permanent Full Time
Location: Oran Park Administration Building - 70 Central Avenue, Oran Park 2570
- Enjoy a 38 hour working week
- Fully maintained leaseback vehicle
- Flexibility through flex leave provisions
- Health program including free flu vaccinations, skin checks, and health and wellbeing leave options
- Ample free parking
- Join an organisation committed to offering and supporting professional career development
Come join an organisation with endless opportunities, where people choose to work because they are inspired by the chance to shape, influence and grow a community.
An opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic and experienced Rehoming Officer to join our team. This newly created position will be responsible for developing, implementing, and managing the Animal Rehoming Program which includes the selling, rescuing, and fostering of animals at Camden Council's Animal Shelter.
Don't miss out on being part of something great by joining an evolving, rapidly growing, adaptive and innovative organisation.
What We Offer
We are committed to offering and supporting development and employment opportunities to help people excel and build a lasting career. We offer generous learning and development opportunities as well as flexi time, access to employee benefits and education assistance.
We promote diversity in the workplace and have a culture that is inclusive, respectful and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all people.
As the community continues to grow, this opportunity will allow you to grow with it!
Essential:
- Certificate IV Animal Behaviour & Training or closely related discipline and/or equivalent industry experience
- Demonstrated working knowledge and experience in the application of the Companion Animals Act 1998, and Australian Animal Welfare standards
- Statement of Attainment (Implant microchip in cats and dogs)
- Experience working in Animal Shelters or Rescue Organisations
- Experience in Animal handling, assessment, enrichment programs and rehoming procedures
- A demonstrated high level of knowledge and experience in dealing with marketing and promotional work
- Ability to liaise and network effectively with internal staff, customers, rescue groups, foster carers, and organisations such as Animal Welfare League (AWL) and RSPCA
- Excellent communication and public relations skills
- Experience in the management of the NSW Companion Animals Register
- Ability to work in a team environment and independently
Desirable:
- Tertiary qualifications in marketing
- Photography and videography skills
Further Information: Renee Behringer, Team Leader Ranger Services (02) 4654 7747
Closing Date for above position: 25/08/2025
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