Applications will be received by Six Nations of the Grand River and Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT) up until 4:00 p.m. EST, Wednesday, September 23, 2026, for the Animal Control Officer with Animal Wellness, Wellbeing. The Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form, Job Posting and Job Description are available for printing from the www.greatsn.com website. Online applications accepted through My Job Search . NO LATE APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED.

Applicants from Six Nations and other First Nations will be given preference to deliver programs and services in a First Nations community.

JOB SUMMARY
The Animal Control Officer Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager, Allied Health Services.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION
To assist the Animal Control team in the performance of operational duties in regard to animal control, animal welfare, shelter care and maintenance, prevention and promotion as it relates to Six Nations of the Grand River Community’s health and wellbeing.

Type
Full Time

Closing Date
September 23, 2026

Wage
Min. $27.20 per hour

*A competitive compensation package will be offered commensurate with qualifications. *

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

Animal control services field experience an asset

Strong knowledge of and experience with Six Nations community or other Indigenous communities and understanding of importance of culture as foundation

Good communication and time-management skills

Knowledge of animal behaviour an asset

Understands the importance of confidentiality, able to work with tact and discretion

Must have a valid Class “G” driver’s license and reliable transportation

Other Related Skills

Must possess a knowledge of the Six Nations community, its culture and traditions, and various service agencies

Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers

Knowledge of surrounding SPCA, Rescue Centre, Animal Welfare agencies is an asset

Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers

Ability to maintain compassion with animals

High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office – MS Word and Excel

Must have criminal record check

Required Documents

Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.

Copy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Printed, filled in, and authorized Six Nations of the Grand River Application for Employment Form.

Cover letter including your band name and number (if applicable). Please indicate in your letter how your education and experience qualify you for this position.

Recent resume clearly identifying that you meet the Basic Qualifications of this position as stipulated above.





Photocopy of your education diploma/degree/certificate and transcript.

Mailing Address for Submission

Animal Control Officer – Full Time – 172-26-4

c/o Reception Desk

Grand River Employment & Training (GREAT)

POSITION DESCRIPTION – ALLIED HEALTH SERVICES
POSITION TITLE
Animal Control Officer

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP
Reports to and works under the direction and supervision of the Manager, Allied Health Services.

PURPOSE & SCOPE OF THE POSITION
To assist the Animal Control team in the performance of operational duties in regard to animal control, animal welfare, shelter care and maintenance, prevention and promotion as it relates to Six Nations of the Grand River Community’s health and wellbeing.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Technical Functions:

Responding to calls from the Six Nations Police, or other Six Nations public official/resident to pick up stray dogs/cats to the extent that they may be confined or captured in suitable facilities. This includes:

Investigating complaints that may arise regarding dog/cat control at Six Nations of the Grand River

Responding to citizen complaints concerning stray domestic animals, issue warnings to owners; and impound lost, homeless and dangerous animals

Providing required and reasonable care for the dogs/cats while in their custody i.e. food, water, shelter

Ensures quality of care of animals confined (maintenance, veterinary attention to sick/injured animals)

Establishing protocols with relevant services regarding emergency services, rabies control and other pertinent reasons

Detaining a dog/cat when it is in the best interest of Six Nations residents or at the request of a Six Nations Police Officer or following the impounding period

Informing Six Nations Public Health officials of complaints or action taken, as it relates to the detaining or euthanizing of a dog/cat, within 2 business days of the occurrence

Willingness to work after hours as required – weekdays and weekends

Performs other related duties as may be required

Assists in monitoring, evaluating and enhancing programming

Tracks and informs manager of incidents while following protocols

Communications Functions:

Meet with the Manager for guidance and approvals

Monitor compliance to standards

Participate in ongoing staff education/training

Possess strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

Responding to community member inquiries

Administrative Functions :

Provide complete records, as required that clearly identify the relevant dog/cat services on a monthly basis

Reports are completed and submitted by adhering to deadlines





Assist with evaluating programming for effectiveness against established expectations/outcomes

Follow annual work plan

Other Functions :

Performs other duties as may be reasonably required

Provides support to the Six Nations Emergency Measures Plan by ensuring awareness of the Emergency Measures Plan and assistance as instructed by the Director of Health Services

It is the responsibility of the employee to be aware of and adhere to all policies and procedures, including those that relate to client safety, staff safety and risk management

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work has a high public profile, extensive public contact and is subject to deadlines and interruptions and petulant people

Work may at times be subject to unscheduled hours

WORKING RELATIONSHIPS
With the Manager

Receives direction, guidance, encouragement; discusses plans and priorities

With Other Staff

Maintain cooperation and consideration with all staff members

With Internal and External Agencies

Represents and promotes Six Nations interests relative to health services; maintains awareness of legislative policy and program changes; seeks to develop close working relationships

With the Public

Represents and promotes the health service interests of Six Nations; works in a courteous, co-operative, positive and proactive manner, provides information as requested

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS

Animal control services field experience an asset

Strong knowledge of and experience with Six Nations community or other Indigenous communities and understanding of importance of culture as foundation

Good communication and time-management skills

Knowledge of animal behaviour an asset

Understands the importance of confidentiality, able to work with tact and discretion

Must have a valid Class “G” driver’s license and reliable transportation

Other Related Skills

Must possess a knowledge of the Six Nations community, its culture and traditions, and various service agencies

Robust organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers

Knowledge of surrounding SPCA, Rescue Centre, Animal Welfare agencies is an asset

Strong organizational skills and able to work independently and work cooperatively with other service providers

Ability to maintain compassion with animals

High level of computer skills – Microsoft Office – MS Word and Excel

Must have criminal record check

IMPACT OF ERROR
Errors in judgement and in the conduct of duties could lead to loss of credibility, poor public relation, confusion, duplication of effort and misinformation being given to the Director of Health Services, Human Services Committee, Six Nations Elected Council, Government Agencies and the public.

CONTROL
Guiding principles set by Health Services Department and Six Nations Elected Council. Works within the administrative policies and procedures established by the Six Nations Elected Council for the Health Services Department and other legislation provided by the respective governments.

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📌 172-26-4 Animal Control Officer (Ontario)
🏢 Six Nations Of The Grand River
📍 Ontario