Animal Shelter Attendant
Delta, British Columbia, Canada
Location: Delta Community Animal Shelter
Employment group: CUPE Local 454
Hours of Work: Auxiliary/Casual
Job ID: 26-165 EX
One of the sunniest regions in BC’s Lower Mainland, Delta embraces three unique communities – Ladner, North Delta and Tsawwassen. The City of Delta is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our commitment to lead the way in public service excellence.
The City of Delta is looking for auxiliaries in our Animal Shelter Attendant position. This position requires exceptional customer service skills and the ability to interact with the public, in addition to a passion for animals. These are auxiliary/casual opportunities with no guarantee of weekly hours. In addition, employees will be required to work non-standard hours including evenings and weekends.
Responsibilities
Feed, handle, and care for animals
Clean kennels and cages,
Carry out routine facility cleaning and maintenance,
Perform routine clerical tasks.
May be required to administer routine medical treatments and handle animals with a range of different temperaments.
Qualifications
Experience working with animals is preferred
Courses in veterinary assistance,
animal behaviour and/or training is preferred
Class 5 BC Driver's Licence
Ability to form excellent working relationships with volunteers and the public
Provide your availability using the following link
Candidates that are shortlisted will be tested on their typing and computer proficiency.
The City of Delta provides a market-competitive salary $31.28 - $36.74 (commensurate with experience) plus 12% in lieu of vacation leave, perks, and statutory holidays. Interested applicants are requested to apply online by August 13, 2026. Candidates may be shortlisted and interviewed during the posting period.
At the City of Delta, we are committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce that is representative of our community, providing equal opportunity and fostering an inclusive workplace where our individual differences are recognized, valued and celebrated.
We thank all applicants for their interest; only those under consideration will be contacted.
Copies of relevant skilled certificates, degrees, or tickets must be submitted with your application.
Preferred candidates will be required to submit a Police Information Check.