Kennel Assistant

Recruitment Details

Kennel Assistant

Department: Community Services, Animal Services Division

Designated Work Location: Animal Services, 1057 Logan Ave

Position Type: Temporary

Hours of Work: Varied hours between 8:00 a.m. and 6:30 p.m.

Salary: $1,512.65 - $1,735.80 bi-weekly as per the Kennel Assistant Classification within the C.U.P.E Collective Agreement.

Employee Group: C.U.P.E.

Posting No.: 127078

Closing Date: June 17, 2026

Providing a wide range of services to over half of all Manitobans, The City of Winnipeg is one of the largest employers in Manitoba. We provide a comprehensive range of benefits and career opportunities to our employees. These include competitive salaries, employer-paid benefits, dental and vision care, pension plans, and maternity/parental leave programs. Additionally, we offer education, training, and staff development opportunities to ensure that our employees are equipped with the necessary skills to advance in their careers.

Our Benefits web page provides detailed information about the benefits we offer, and we encourage you to visit it for further information at City of Winnipeg Benefits . We take pride in fostering a diverse , safe, and healthy workplace where our employees can thrive and achieve their full potential.

The City is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse, skilled workforce that is representative and reflective of the community we serve. Applications are encouraged from equity groups that have been and continue to be underrepresented at the City; Indigenous Peoples, Women, Racialized Peoples, Persons with Disabilities, 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples and Newcomers are encouraged to self-declare.

For the purpose of this recruitment, Equity may be a factor in selection.

In accordance with the applicable collective agreement(s), recruitment and promotion provisions will be considered prior to applying equity strategies. Where permitted, preference will be given to qualified applicants who self-identify as members of the equity group(s) listed above.

Requests for Reasonable Accommodation will be accepted during the hiring process.

Preference to internal applicants may be applied.

Job Profile

The Kennel Assistant provides the daily care, cleaning, feeding, medications, exercise and enrichment activities to shelter dogs and other species as needed. The position assists with medical examinations and treatments and provides administrative support to Animal Services officers related to the Responsible Pet Ownership (RPO) By-law.

As The Kennel Assistant, Your Duties Will Include

• Communication with internal and external customers
• Animal behaviour assessments and handling
• Animal husbandry and facility maintenance
• Animal intake and examinations
• Assist Animal Service Officers and Management with Responsible Pet Ownership Violations

Your Education And Qualifications Include

• Completion of Grade 12, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience working in a veterinary clinic, shelter and/or dog boarding facility/daycare.
• Experience working in a commercial animal facility (ie: zoo, research, dog kennel) is considered an asset.
• Experience handling large dogs with unpredictable behavior.
• Experience administering needles and medications is preferred.
• Knowledge of handling techniques for aggressive and fearful dogs.
• Ability to safely and effectively restrain various animal species.
• Knowledge of Fear Free techniques.
• Ability to recognize signs of illness in a dog.
• Ability to read dog body language and recognize psychological distress.
• Strong customer service skills, including professional phone and email etiquette as well as the ability to maintain composure.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to use computer applications and software, including MS Office.
• Knowledge of Chameleon software or 311 software is preferred.
• Ability to administer subcutaneous injections for the purposes of vaccinations and microchipping.
• Ability to calculate doses of medications.
• Ability to schedule citizen appointments, veterinary appointments and officer transfers.
• Ability to work in a physically demanding and high paced environment.
• IMPORTANT: Applicants who have been educated outside of Canada must have education which is comparable to the minimum qualification in Canada. Applicants submitting foreign credentials require an official academic assessment report issued by a recognized Canadian assessment service https://www.canalliance.org/en/ at application.

Conditions Of Employment

• The successful applicant must maintain legal eligibility to work in Canada. If the successful applicant possesses a work permit, it is their responsibility to ensure the permit remains valid.
• A Police Information Check (Vulnerable Sector) Satisfactory to the employer will be required from the applicant(s) or successful candidate(s), at their expense. To obtain a Police Information Check please visit www.winnipeg.ca/police.
• Must be physically able to perform all duties of the position including, but not limited to: heavy lifting (50-100lbs), pushing/pulling , holding and/or restraining dogs of various sizes, walking and standing for 5+ hours per day.
• The successful candidate will be required to complete a Physical Fitness Assessment and obtain a certificate through the University of Manitoba, at their own expense.

How To Apply

APPLY ONLINE, including all documentation listed below:

• Current resume (Required).
• For internal applicants: Please note, in accordance with Article 12-8, this position is typically filled by new employees. If you intend to apply for this external job posting, please contact the relevant HR department to clearly outline any unusual, irregular, or extraordinary reasons that should warrant your consideration for this role.
• Applications submitted without REQUIRED documentation will not be considered.
• Your application documents must clearly indicate how you meet the qualifications of the position.*

Notes

Online applications can be submitted at http://www.winnipeg.ca/hr/ . For instructions on how to apply and how to attach required documents please refer to our FAQ's or contact 311 .

Position Reports To: Operations Coordinator of Animal Services

Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.