Animal Care Manager

SUMMARY OF DUTIES :

Our Animal Care Managers bring a high level of knowledge and understanding regarding the importance of quality care for pets.

They ensure all pets in our kennels are provided the best care possible and are dedicated to supporting the companys mission to match the right pet with the right customer and meet the needs of both.

If you have a passion for caring for animals, like to have fun, and would enjoy working for a great company that values the contributions of others, Petland is the place for you! POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES : Dedicated to upholding the Petland Kennel Department Mission, Vision and Value Statement.

• Dedication to providing excellent care for the pets at Petland by leading kennel personnel to meet Petlands mission of caring for each animal while maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for our pets.
• Assists with kennel staffing and performs various management tasks that best ensures the success of store associates.
• Ensures that all opening, daily and closing procedures are followed in the kennel through procedural checklists.
• Maintains a strong relationship with the consulting Veterinarian to ensure excellent care of the pets.
• Assists Veterinarian(s) with puppy and kitten examinations and provides care and medications as prescribed.
• Helps Petland store leadership with the implementation of various community or customer programs (preparing Petland pets for visits to schools, nursing homes and other community outings, etc.)

REQUIRED SKILLS :

• Pet sensitivity
• Organizational skills
• Effective communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Animal care experience
• Self-motivated
• Teamwork oriented
• Problem solving skills
• Strong work ethic

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND / OR TRAINING :

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, six months to one-year related experience and / or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT :

• Standing Continually required to stand
• Walking Continually required to walk
• Sitting Occasionally required to sit
• Travelling Occasionally required to travel
• Finger Dexterity - Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Climb, Bend, Balance, Stoop, Kneel or Crawl - Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Talking / Hearing - Continually required to talk or hear
• Visual Accuity - Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and / or use a keyboard
• Lifting / Pushing / Carrying Occasionally required to lift more than 50 lbs. at a time with frequent lifting, pushing, or carrying of up to 30 lbs.
30+ days ago