City Of Edmonton
Nestled in the scenic Edmonton River Valley, you will spend your summer outside and make some new animal friends while you are at it! As a Wrangler, you will be a key member of the Animal Welfare team that will assist with the safe and successful operation of our animal husbandry program, including wagon and pony ride operations. Your success in this role will be measured by your ability to complete all work tasks in a respectful, inclusive and service-minded style.
To visualize what it’s like to be on our team, watch this video.
What will you do:
• Work with draft horses, light horses, ponies, oxen, cattle, sheep, pigs, and poultry
• Operate pony rides
• Assist a team of experienced Teamsters to operate horse-drawn wagon rides
• Groom, clean, feed, and care for horses and other livestock to ensure they are well cared for and in optimal health. This may include cattle, sheep, pigs and poultry
• Upkeep and maintenance of animal pens, facilities and equipment in alignment with departmental practices
• Provide information to the general public regarding animal health, as well as site information on an on-going basis
• Perform other related work as required
Qualifications
• Completion of Grade 10 or equivalent or higher
• Current Standard First Aid
• Equine First Aid is an asset
• Minimum 3 years of experience working with farm animals, specifically horses.
• Minimum 3 years of horse riding experience
Skills required for success:
• Alignment to our Cultural Commitments and Leadership Competencies (https://bit.ly/4brRrXm)
• Embracing a culture of equity, diversity, reconciliation and inclusion (https://bit.ly/3hd2d95)
• Ability to effectively deal with the public, including strong communication, interpersonal and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to perform heavy physical labour in all weather and environmental conditions
Conditions of Employment:
• Compliance with the City of Edmonton’s safety standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is a requirement for this position.
• Hire is dependent on Police Information Check including Vulnerable Sector satisfactory to the City of Edmonton and is a requirement of this position, there may be a cost associated with this requirement.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license (or provincial equivalent). Obtaining and maintaining a City Driver’s permit is a requirement of this position
• Applicants may be tested
The City of Edmonton values applicants with a diverse range of skills, experiences and competencies, and encourages you to apply. We strive to provide reasonable access and accommodations throughout the recruitment process. To request an accommodation, please contact employment@edmonton.ca. Learn more about our benefits https://bit.ly/COEbenefits.
Up to 8 Temporary Part-Time positions for up to 11 months
Successful candidates may be eligible for recall in the 2026 season
Hours of work: Up to 35 hours per week. Ability to work evenings, weekends and holidays as required (Wednesday-Sunday as the predominant work days during May-September).
Salary: $20.320 (Hourly)
Talent Acquisition Consultant: NC/JR
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Edmonton rests in the heart of Treaty Six territory in Alberta and the homelands of the Metis Nation
Classification Title: Program Specialist- Animal Ride Attendant
Posting Date: May 28, 2025
Closing Date: June 4, 2025 11:59:00 PM (MDT)
Number of Openings (up to): 8 – Temporary Part-time
Union: CUPE Local 30
Department: Community Services
Work Location(s): Fort Edmonton Park, 7000 – 143 St (Fox Dr & Whitemud Dr) Edmonton T5J 2R7