Regional Humane Educator

May 2, 2026

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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: Regional Humane Educator STATUS: Temporary; Full-Time with benefits – Mat Leave coverage – 1 year SHIFT: 35 hours per week – 8:30am to 4:30pm-some evenings/weekends flexibility required LOCATION: Victoria, BC – Primarily remote CLASSIFICATION: Exempt WAGE: Salaried CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled <a name="_Hlk192669708" target="_blank"></a>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 <a rel="noopener" href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fspca.bc.ca%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2025%2F01%2FFoundational-Principles-EDI-Updated-Layout-V2.pdf&data=05%7C02%7Crecruitment%40spca.bc.ca%7Cc62a25a7e8484cce075f08dd60f8850e%7C4f058dcd4a46457a8c172f43c16b5767%7C0%7C0%7C638773342690624836%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=ggKIzWE50E3m6vUqwqCpPxuLpDL1C5zTLsT1stSURr0%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://spca.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/Foundational-Principles-EDI-Updated-Layout-V2.pdf">Foundational Principles</a> on our website. We invite applications from all qualified individuals who are philosophically aligned with our <a rel="noopener" href="https://can01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fspca.bc.ca%2Fabout-us%2Fmission-vision-charter%2F&data=05%7C02%7Crecruitment%40spca.bc.ca%7Cc62a25a7e8484cce075f08dd60f8850e%7C4f058dcd4a46457a8c172f43c16b5767%7C0%7C0%7C638773342690658837%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=wsJWIYEstb8mO1UJWfiRmXsev8fPUW%2B6Lr2OfxYKXBI%3D&reserved=0" target="_blank" title="https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/mission-vision-charter/">mission, vision and values</a>. 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 Regional Humane Educator is responsible for the implementation of humane education programs in communities in the designated region. The Regional Humane Educator implements humane education programming in schools, through the BC SPCA community animal centres and in the general community based on provincial BC SPCA education programs and the Society’s strategic plan. The Regional Humane Educator functions as part the provincial BC SPCA Education Department team delivering presentations and workshops primarily focusing on youth education but also includes humane education for the general public. Some specific duties: <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 27.5906px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Education goals: Specific duties will be outlined as part of the work plan and primarily involves establishing and delivering community education programming within the designated region, including virtual programming to other regions in the province. This will include programs such as spring and summer day camps, school presentations, teacher workshops, school clubs, shelter tours, youth/parent workshops and promoting and recruiting Kids Club members. <ul style="list-style-type: circle; margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 17.386px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Creates a detailed annual work plan in consultation with Education Department management. Regular training and reporting procedures will be established through the work plan, as will specific tasks including the creation of B.C. curriculum-linked activities and presentations for youth and teachers and the creation of camp activities and organizing guest speakers and field trips. The Educator will also contribute to BC SPCA teacher resources such as the department’s teacher magazine and monthly e-newsletters. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 27.5906px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Responsible for the screening/hiring, onboarding, performance management, and termination of temporary summer camp staff and year-round youth program volunteers and casual staff; provides coaching and mentorship to ensure objectives and goals are met.</li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="list-style: none; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 17.386px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="list-style: none; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <ul style="list-style-type: circle; margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ensures compliance with BC SPCA policies and procedures.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Celebrates individual and team successes.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="list-style: none; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Marketing and community outreach: expected to assist with promotion of programs by conducting local media interviews; distributing flyers and posts to local social media sites in their region; and by contacting local community centres, libraries and other local community groups to advertise education programming. The Educator will also establish relationships with local school districts and schools, community groups, multi-cultural organizations and Indigenous communities. </li> </ul> </li> </ul> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="list-style: none; margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;"> <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">The Educator works with the education team to identify and respond to community needs, ensuring excellent community relations and promotion of the BC SPCA’s mission and services in the community; attends community events and teacher conferences as required. The Educator will also assist in identifying local fundraising grants and sponsorship opportunities.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Administrative tasks: Responsibilities include contributing to program evaluation, report writing, record keeping and humane education website and social media updates. The Educator will assist with the dissemination of program materials within the community; distribute Kids Club promotional materials; assist with budget planning; and other administrative tasks.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 0px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Performs other duties as assigned.</li> </ul> </li> </ul> Qualifications you need to have: <ul style="margin-bottom: 0cm; margin-top: 0px;"> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">University degree in education, sciences, social work, animal welfare, environmental studies, or general arts and/or other related discipline; and 5-8 years’ related work experience, preferably in the education sector; or an equivalent combination of education and experience acceptable to the employer.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Experience working with youth.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Excellent customer service, presentation and public speaking skills. </li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Strong communication skills, both written and oral.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Creative, energetic and good problem solving skills. </li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Demonstrated ability to organize work, meet priorities and to work within a demanding work schedule with minimal supervision.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Ability to work with internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds in a positive and respectful manner.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Must be willing to complete a criminal record check with vulnerable sector check.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 2.5pt 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Competent computer skills utilizing the Microsoft 365; familiarity with Canva, Adobe Suite and/or web design are assets</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 2.5pt 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; color: black;">Access to reliable transport and ability to travel throughout the region as scheduled; in some areas, may be required to have a valid class N or 5 BC driver’s license </li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Assets include: experience working with children of diverse learning and behavioural needs; experience with animals; familiarity with creating digital content. </li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Commitment to the principles of equity, diversity and reconciliation.</li> <li style="margin: 0cm 0cm 0cm 48px; font-size: 12pt; font-family: 'Times New Roman', serif;">Philosophical harmony with the vision, mission and strategic directions of the BC SPCA.</li> </ul> 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 <a rel="noopener" href="https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/careers/" target="_blank">https://spca.bc.ca/about-us/careers/</a> We are committed to a transparent, human-led hiring process. While we use technology to support application management, applications are not screened, scored, or ranked by AI systems. All hiring decisions are made by human hiring managers based on skills, experience, and alignment with the organizational values. 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 <div> <div> <div> <div> </div> </div> </div> </div>

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