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Animal Protection Services of Saskatchewan (APSS) requires a full time permanent Animal Protection Officer to be based in the Yorkton, Saskatchewan area. Animal Protection Officers are responsible for assessing and investigating animal neglect and abuse complaints according to The Animal Protection Act, 2018.
Attributes and qualifications that are required of an Animal Protection Officer include:
1. A thorough knowledge of Western Canadian farm practices as well as companion animal husbandry.
2. An understanding and support of the aims and objectives of the APSS.
3. Accurate record keeping and reporting.
4. Strong written and oral communication skills.
5. Excellent organizational skills.
6. Basic level of computer skills in Word and Excel.
7. Strong interpersonal skills.
8. A willingness to participate in educational and training sessions.
9. A vehicle and a valid drivers license.
10. Law enforcement experience is preferred
The Animal Protection Officer will receive a semi-monthly wage to conduct APSS business. All related expenses will be reimbursed. Some overnight travel is required.
The full position description is available at upon request.
Individuals interested in applying for this position should submit their resumes along with a cover letter clearly outlining their livestock and/or law enforcement experience by April 8, 2019. Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
Essential Skills
- Reading text
- Document use
- Numeracy
- Writing
- Oral communication
- Working with others
- Problem solving
- Decision making
- Critical thinking
- Job task planning and organizing
- Finding information
- Computer use
- Continuous learning
- Significant use of memory
Credentials (certificates, licences, memberships, courses, etc.)
- Driver's licence
Specific Skills
- Advise on laws and regulations
- Serve subpoenas and summonses
- Prepare field and statistical reports
- Perform related clerical duties
- Investigate complaints
- Input and retrieve computer data
- Handle specialized equipment related to specific by-laws such as weights and measures and animal control
- Enforce municipal or provincial regulations
- Attend and provide testimony in court
Work Setting / Industry Experience
- Private agency
Weight Handling
- Up to 26 kg (50 lbs)
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