Animal Care Manager

Petland Corporate Stores; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pet care retailer in Chillicothe, Ohio, is seeking an Animal Care Manager to oversee the care of pets and lead kennel staff. The successful candidate will have a love for animals and an associate degree or equivalent experience. This role requires ensuring all kennel procedures are followed while maintaining relationships with veterinarians for optimal pet care. Join a company that values pet welfare and fosters a fun, rewarding work environment.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent preferred with six months to one year experience.
• Dedication to providing excellent care for pets.
• Ability to perform various management tasks.

Responsibilities

• Uphold Petland's kennel department mission.
• Lead kennel personnel in caring for animals.
• Maintain relationships with consulting Veterinarian for excellent pet care.

Skills

Pet sensitivity

Organizational skills

Self-motivated

Teamwork oriented

Strong work ethic

Education

Associate degree (AA) or equivalent

Job description

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 company’s 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!

WHY PETLAND IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:

Petland is more than a job, it’s a pet loving community. We’re looking for people with an unwavering love for animals who want to build or advance their career in a fun and rewarding environment. Imagine coming to work every day knowing that you help create lasting connections between pets and their new families. Turn your pet passion into a fulfilling career at Petland!

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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 Petland’s 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
• Self-motivated
• Teamwork oriented
• 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 ENVIRONMENT:

• 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 Acuity - Continually utilized 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.

EEO Statement: Petland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity status.

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify Petland’s Department of Human Resources.