Edmonton, Alberta, Canada · On-site
$16/hr–$17/hr
Animal Care Attendant Level 2 Full-Time Permanent About Us The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in animal wel…
Skills: Animal handling, Animal care, Cleaning, Feeding, Communication
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada · On-site
$24/hr–$32/hr
Registered Veterinary Technologist Full-Time Permanent About Us The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in anima…
Skills: Surgical preparation, Surgical monitoring, Medication administration, Laboratory work, Radiology
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada · On-site
$17/hr–$23/hr
Animal Care Attendant Level 3 Full-Time Permanent About Us The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in animal wel…
Skills: Animal Handling, Animal Welfare, Verbal Communication, Written Communication, Training and Mentorship
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada · On-site
$17/hr–$23/hr
Adoptions Counsellor Full-Time Permanent About Us The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in animal welfare, we …
Skills: Customer service, Animal handling, Communication, Record keeping, Microsoft Word
Edmonton, Alberta, Canada · On-site
$51k–$67k/yr
Supervisor, Adoptions Full-Time Permanent About Us The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in animal welfare, we…
Skills: Staff Management, Customer Service, Animal Handling, Coaching and Mentoring, Conflict Resolution
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The Animal Care Attendant is responsible for the daily feeding, cleaning, and humane care of cats, dogs, and small animals. They also provide enrichment activities and assist with general shelter support tasks like laundry and dishwashing.
Candidates must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. A minimum of three months of animal handling experience is required for this position.
Animal Care Attendant
Level 2
Full-Time Permanent
The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in animal welfare, we go beyond sheltering homeless animals — shaping a community that values the human-animal bond through advocacy, education and accessible support services.
Our mission is to enrich the lives of people and companion animals through sheltering animals in need, supporting pet guardians, engaging with our community and inspiring compassion. Guided by our values of compassion, trust, improvement, results, inclusivity and teamwork, we work toward a more humane and connected community for all.
The Animal Care Attendant Level Two is responsible for providing daily care and feeding of cats, dogs and small animals. The Attendant ensures a high level of care and humane treatment to animals, while adhering to shelter policies and procedures.
• Daily Feeding and cleaning of regular cat and kitten wards
• Daily cleaning and feeding of dogs wards, excluding canine hospital
• Daily cleaning and feeding of small animal wards
• Communicating with volunteers in a respectful and professional manner regarding the needs of animals as needed
• Communicating with other departments regarding animals as needed, in a professional and respectful manner
• Dog place ups
• Provide assistance with ensuring laundry is washed and dried as required
• Provide assistance with washing the dishes
• Socializing with cats in regular wards for enrichment purposes as required
• Walking dogs for enrichment purposes as required
• In kennel enrichment as required
• High School Diploma or Equivalent
• Minimum 3(three) months of animal handling experience is required
As the ideal candidate you will have a passion for people, performance, and diversity (within the lens of animal welfare). You have excellent communications skills (both verbal and written), with the ability to work independently and in fast paced environments. You are comfortable dealing with animals of all species and temperaments.
Joining EHS means becoming part of a compassionate and dedicated team working toward a more humane community. You’ll be surrounded by passionate professionals who care deeply about what they do — for animals, for people, and for each other.
At EHS, we offer more than just a job — we offer meaningful work, growth opportunities and a supportive environment where you can thrive.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
• Meaningful work that makes a tangible impact in our community
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative, inclusive culture
• Opportunities for growth, learning, and professional development
• A strong focus on employee well-being and work–life balance
The Animal Care Attendant Level 2 role is classified in Pay Band 1 with a pay range of $16.44–$17.50 per hour, commensurate with the successful candidate’s education and experience.
EHS offers a competitive not-for-profit compensation package, which includes:
• Comprehensive health and dental coverage, including a Health Care Spending Account
• Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) for personal, family and professional support
• RRSP/DPSP matching program to help you plan for the future
• Paid personal days, vacation, and bereavement time — including for pets
• Discounts on EHS programs and services
• Opportunities for personal and professional learning and growth
• Standard hours: 40 hours per week; however, this position is expected to work the hours necessary to fulfill departmental responsibilities.
• Flexibility may be required for evenings, weekends or special events.
The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) was founded on the principles of creating positive change in our community. Our hiring practices embrace compassion, support for our staff and volunteers, and our role as a community leader.
We believe that a culture of belonging — where people’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and respected — strengthens our ability to serve both animals and people. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and reconciliation helps us support pet guardians facing access-to-care challenges, strengthen the human-animal bond, and build a more compassionate, engaged, and inclusive society.
EHS is also a COR-certified employer, recognized by Alberta’s Certificate of Recognition program for maintaining the highest standards of health and safety for our staff, volunteers and the animals in our care.
Enriching the lives of people & companion animals through animal sheltering, programs & services, & community engagement
Founded in 1907, the Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is one of the oldest and most reputable charities in both Alberta and the animal welfare sector. Each day, EHS strives to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world. Thousands of homeless, neglected and abandoned companion animals from Edmonton and surrounding communities are taken in by EHS every year. These animals are provided with veterinary treatment, behavioural rehabilitation, care and enrichment from EHS staff and a large volunteer and foster network of over 1,000 people. The dedication and commitment to these animals gives them a second chance at finding a forever home, which they may not otherwise have. As a registered charity, EHS receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of the community to do the work that they do. Every gift helps fulfill a step in an animal’s journey to a forever home. Beyond animal sheltering, EHS engages with the community and offers programs and services to pet owners and pet lovers alike. Through these programs and services, community engagement, and animal sheltering, the Edmonton Humane Society enriches the lives of people and companion animals.
Offices: 13620 163 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5V 0B2, CA
Enriching the lives of people & companion animals through animal sheltering, programs & services, & community engagement
Founded in 1907, the Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) is one of the oldest and most reputable charities in both Alberta and the animal welfare sector. Each day, EHS strives to be a model of excellence in the advancement of animal welfare and to lead the movement in creating a more humane world. Thousands of homeless, neglected and abandoned companion animals from Edmonton and surrounding communities are taken in by EHS every year. These animals are provided with veterinary treatment, behavioural rehabilitation, care and enrichment from EHS staff and a large volunteer and foster network of over 1,000 people. The dedication and commitment to these animals gives them a second chance at finding a forever home, which they may not otherwise have. As a registered charity, EHS receives no government funding and relies on the generosity of the community to do the work that they do. Every gift helps fulfill a step in an animal’s journey to a forever home. Beyond animal sheltering, EHS engages with the community and offers programs and services to pet owners and pet lovers alike. Through these programs and services, community engagement, and animal sheltering, the Edmonton Humane Society enriches the lives of people and companion animals.
Offices: 13620 163 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5V 0B2, CA
