Job Description

If you are up for the challenge and would like to be considered for this position, we would like to hear from you. The British Columbia Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (BC SPCA) is looking to fill the following career opportunity:

POSITION: Wildlife Rehabilitator - Canada Summer Jobs (1 open position)
STATUS: Temporary, Full-time Position – May 1st to August 31st, 2026
SHIFT: Various Shifts – 37.5 hours per week (morning or evening, 7 days a week)
LOCATION: Wild Arc - Victoria, BC
CLASSIFICATION: CUPE 50
WAGE: Hourly
CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

We welcome diversity, value differences, and foster inclusion in our employment practices. Find out more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion by reading our Foundational Principles on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our mission, vision and values.

Other Job requirements: The HRSDC Canada Summer Jobs (CSJ) program may fund some of these positions. Please feel free to apply even if you do not meet the Canada Summer Jobs requirements. CSJ criteria including:
• must be between 15-30 years of age at the start of employment and looking for career-related experience
• must be a Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or person to whom refugee protection has been conferred under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act for the duration of the employment; and,
• must have a valid Social Insurance Number at the start of employment and be legally entitled to work in Canada in accordance with relevant provincial or territorial legislation and regulations (proof required)
NOTE – The following groups are encouraged to self-identify as this has been identified as a local priority in the constituency by Canada Summer Jobs.
◦ Indigenous youth​
◦ Racialized youth​
◦ Black youth​
◦ Youth with disabilities​
◦ Youth in a rural, remote, northern or fly-in community​
◦ Youth in an official language minority community​
◦ 2SLGBTQI+ youth

The BC SPCA is a dynamic organization with facilities and services across the province of BC. Join an expanding team in an exciting time of change in an organization that makes a difference! Please read below for additional details and let us know if you have the skills and experience we are looking for by submitting your application.

About the Position:
The Wildlife Rehabilitator will participate in all wildlife care duties and the daily operation of the centre, including rescue and rehabilitation of wildlife, in addition to maintenance of facilities and cleaning. By telephone and in person, the successful candidate will promote the BC SPCA philosophy and mandate with respect to wildlife and animal welfare. You will work in a humane, professional, and responsible manner, and encourage by teaching and example, other staff and volunteers to show the same qualities. You will maintain operations to BC SPCA Wild ARC guidelines in conjunction with IWRC/NWRA minimum standards for wildlife rehabilitation.

Some specific duties:
• Participate in all daily animal care duties including admission, rescue, triage, examination, treatment, diet planning, food preparation, feeding and release
• Perform duties as required including answering phone calls, interacting with the public, veterinarians, government, etc. in order to maintain centre operations
• Ensure facility hygiene and adherence to health and safety protocols
• Assist in the training and management of volunteers
• Maintain detailed records including patient-files, care instructions, and patient log book; perform data entry of files and analysis of records
• Rescue and transport wildlife
• Participate in cage design, construction, and maintenance as required
• Pick up supplies and donations as required
• Attend and participate in team meetings, training, workshops and other projects as required
• Liaise with other rehabilitation organizations and perform regular research to ensure highest standards of animal care; stay abreast of current wildlife rehabilitation practices
• Work shifts as required (weekends, evenings, stat holidays) and perform other related duties as assigned

Qualifications you need to have:
• Minimum 2 years of post-secondary studies in Biological Sciences, Animal Health Care, or a relevant field, Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum 2 years wildlife rehabilitation or husbandry experience
• Basic rehabilitation skills certification from a provincial or international body; advanced skills is preferable; knowledge of IWRC/NWRA minimum standards
• Animal care experience with small to medium size wild mammals and birds including raptors, songbirds, waterfowl, seabirds, deer, raccoons, squirrels, seals
• Knowledge of natural history, identification, and behaviour of BC wildlife species; familiar with provincial and federal government wildlife regulations and rehabilitation permit requirements
• Capable of handling a demanding workload and long hours
• Available to work all shifts assigned by the Manager including weekends and statutory holidays
• Ability to work in all types of outdoor conditions
• Comfortable working with potentially hazardous conditions, such as contact with parasites, zoonotic diseases, dangerous animals, and chemicals
• Requires substantial physical labour (must be able to lift 50 pounds)
• Must be vaccinated for tetanus (and rabies preferred)
• Must be able to work in emergency situations, on short notice
• Strong teamwork skills and work ethic
• Excellent communication skills including telephone and public speaking
• Good physical stamina and health
• Intermediate level of computer literacy
• Valid Class N or 5 BC Drivers’ License and driver’s abstract
• Access to vehicle use daily (Wild ARC is not on a direct transit route)
• Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission, and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.

How to apply:

If you are interested in joining our team and are legally entitled to work in Canada, we would like to hear from you. Click on apply now or use the link to apply https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/careers/

We thank you for your interest in the BC SPCA, however; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. No telephone calls, please.

The BC SPCA is a Registered Charity BN 11881 9036 RR0001