Winnipeg Humane Society – Job Posting# 2015-2-3
Date: October 30, 2015
Position Title: Behaviour Supervisor
Reports to:
Rate:
Hours:
Start Date:
Closing Date:
Behaviour Manager/Assistant Manager
$11.96-$15.73
40 hours/week
Dates/times of shifts could vary /change
ASAP
November 4, 2015
Position Summary:
The Behaviour Supervisor is responsible to oversee day to day work for the Behaviour
Department. He/she reviews the pertinent reports to organize the daily work of the Behaviour
Counselors to promote proper flow of animals through the shelter and to other departments that depend upon the work of this department.
Qualifications:
Minimum 2 years shelter experience
Minimum 1 year dog training experience
Ability to handle sometimes large, unruly dogs; fractious cats; a variety of wildlife.
Knowledgeable animal behaviour and reading canine and feline body language
Knowledge of behaviour science and Learning Theory an asset
Demonstrates skills in positive reinforcement training
Able to report observations in objective and observable terms
Exemplary customer service skills
Computer literate
Ability to work independently or as a team
Ability to work under minimal supervision
Authority:
Authority to direct the work of Behavior Counsellors and perform all assigned duties and responsibilities within established policies and procedures.
Accountability:
Directly accountable to the Behaviour Department Manager and Assistant Manager for the performance of assigned duties.
Interpersonal Relationships:
Regular, daily involvement with other WHS departments, volunteers and customers.
Standards of Performance:
1.
Keeping the mission of the Winnipeg Humane Society in the forefront when performing job duties, as well as when representing the Winnipeg Humane Society both inside and outside of the shelter environment.
2.
High standards of customer service
3.
Communicate effectively with all departments, volunteers and customers.
4.
Confidentiality is maintained on all matters pertaining to The WHS.

5.
Exemplary level of care provided to all animals in accordance with The Winnipeg
Humane Society’s mission, policies, and practices.
6.
Reliability and diligence in position.
7.
High leadership skills
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Organizes and delegates daily work of the Behaviour Counselors
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Reviews the work for completion and accuracy and provides feedback for revision as needed
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Provides assistance to other Departments as needed for safe handling of animals during treatments
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Assists with Adoption client interviews
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Assists with performing:
Behaviour Evaluations
Behaviour Modification, Training, and Enrichment Protocols
Behaviour Yelpline calls
Staff and Volunteer training
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All other reasonable duties assigned by The Behaviour and Intake Manager/Assistant
Manager
We thank you for your interest, however, only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.