Animal Care Intake Manager

Animal Friends of the Valleys; Wildomar (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance benefits

403B Retirement Savings

Employee Assistance Program

Uniform / Scrubs Allowance

Job summary

A dedicated animal shelter in California seeks a Manager for Animal Care Staff to oversee kennel operations and ensure high standards of animal welfare. Candidates must have a veterinary-related certification and at least 2 years of management experience in the animal care industry. The position offers a salary of $22.00 - $26.00 per hour, along with benefits like medical insurance and a retirement savings plan.

Qualifications

• REQUIRED: Certification in Veterinary Care.
• Minimum 2 years of managerial experience in animal care.
• Current certification in animal euthanasia or willingness to acquire it.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Animal Care staff and coordinate with managers.
• Oversee daily kennel operations including animal care.
• Conduct trainings and performance reviews for staff.

Skills

Certification as Veterinary Assistant, Technician or RVT

Experience conducting health exams for animals

Management skills in animal care organizations

Excellent customer service skills

Administrative and clerical management skills

Job description

Animal Friends of the Valleys (AFV) is the leading animal shelter for the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Canyon Lake and Wildomar, and small parts of Riverside County. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit providing top-quality animal welfare and animal control services for our client cities. If you are looking for a way to make a difference and not just a job, AFV is exactly what you’re looking for!

What you will be doing:

• Directly supervise assigned Animal Care staff, including the Health Check Department in coordination with Animal Care Center Manager
• Daily oversight of kennel operations to include intake, animal care, feeding and cleaning of kennels and animal shelter enclosures
• Scheduling, training, hiring, performance reviews, conflict resolution and other managerial duties for assigned staff
• Lots of interaction with dogs, cats, and some bunnies
• Ensuring all staff provide maximum standard of care to all animals in the Shelter
• Alerts the Executive Director, Operations Manager and staff to potential population crisis, disease epidemics, or other factors that may affect the health and welfare of the animals under AFV care
• Maintain current knowledge of the Shelter animal population and status
• Assume kennel attendant tasks including cleaning, sanitation and client service as needed

What you’ll need:

• REQUIRED: One of the following documented certifications: Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
• Strong experience and knowledge in conducting health exams for incoming animals
• Ability to make decisions regarding the care and welfare of animals
• Minimum of 2 years of managerial experience in an animal care / veterinary organization
• Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and teamwork both within the Animal Care staff and with other departments
• Current certification to conduct animal euthanasia, or completion of certification to conduct animal euthanasia within 3 months from date of selection
• A love of admin and paperwork - or strong administrative and clerical management skills
• Ability to clean, lift, bend, walk and handle animals, supplies and equipment
• Ability to maintain the confidential information of clients
• Ability to remain calm and efficiently lead under fast-paced, high-stress work periods
• Excellent, courteous customer service demeanor and skills with AFV staff and clients

What can we offer you?

• $22.00 - $26.00 per hour
• Training courses and continuing education
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, insurance benefits available.
• Colonial Voluntary Insurance
• 403B Retirement Savings (Think 401K for non-profits.)
• Uniform / Scrubs Allowance
• Extensive Employee Discount Program to help you save money on a wide variety of products and services.
• Employee Assistance Program to help you through life’s challenges, including counseling and coaching services; assistance with legal, financial and career questions; and so much more!