Boarding & Dog Daycare Supervisor

Workstream; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Insurance

Pet care discounts

Tips

Growth opportunities

Job summary

NVA Pet Resorts in Norcross, GA is seeking a hands-on Pet Pro Lead to supervise daily animal care operations and coach team members. The role emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and meticulous documentation while actively working alongside the team.

Ideal candidates have prior leadership in animal care and a calm, decisive approach in high‑energy environments. This full‑time position requires weekend/holiday availability and a strong commitment to exceptional client and pet experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience leading animal care teams.
• Ability to coach and develop staff while maintaining safety.
• Strong attention to documentation and health reporting.

Responsibilities

• Supervise daily pet care operations and ensure high safety and cleanliness standards.
• Coach Pet Pros and monitor team performance with real‑time feedback.
• Ensure medication, feeding protocols, and documentation are followed.
• Maintain a calm, professional environment and enforce safety procedures.
• Collaborate with Resort/GM and assist with operational oversight.

Skills

Animal handling

Leadership

Team coaching

Safety protocols

Documentation

Job description

Must have full time and open availability for hours of operation. Hours of operation are 6:30a-8pm.

Pet Pro Lead

(Animal Care Supervisor)

Full-Time | Animal Care Leadership Role

Are you an experienced animal care professional ready to lead from the floor?

We are seeking a Pet Pro Lead to supervise daily pet care operations, coach team members, and ensure the highest standards of safety, cleanliness, and documentation are consistently upheld. This is a hands‑on leadership role. You will actively work alongside your team while holding them accountable to safety and care standards.

Who We Are

NVA Pet Resorts is part of National Veterinary Associates (NVA) — the largest private owner of veterinary hospitals and pet resorts in North America, with 1,300+ locations. We’re proud to be in an $8B+ industry that continues to grow as pet parents seek premium, trusted care for our furry family members.

At NVA Pet Resorts, our mission is simple:

Create safe, fun, and loving environments for pets while providing exceptional experiences for our clients and team members.

Position Overview

The Pet Pro Lead reports to the Resort Manager and General Manager and serves as the frontline supervisor for animal care operations.

You are responsible for:

• Coaching and training Pet Pros
• Monitoring playgroup and boarding safety
• Ensuring medication and feeding protocols are followed
• Overseeing sanitation and cleaning standards
• Enforcing safe handling procedures
• Ensuring accurate documentation and health reporting
• Maintaining a calm, structured, and professional environment
• Animal experience is required.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience (1+ year preferred) is strongly preferred.

What You’ll Do Leadership & Coaching

• Train and mentor new and existing
• Pet Pros
• Reinforce safety protocols and proper handling techniques
• Monitor team performance and provide real-time feedback
• Step in immediately when safety concerns arise
• Ensure documentation and charting standards are followed

Safety & Animal Care Oversight

• Supervise daycare playgroups and boarding areas
• Monitor dog interactions and prevent conflicts
• Ensure proper feeding, medication, and special handling compliance
• Review special notes (aggressive, medical, separate feeding, etc.)
• Complete and review health concern forms as needed
• Maintain accountability for theoverall safety of pets during your shift

Operational Excellence

• Maintain strict sanitation standards in all pet areas
• Ensure cleaning, disinfecting, and laundry procedures are followed
• Monitor inventory for pet care supplies
• Identify and report facility maintenance issues
• Maintain property cleanliness and hazard‑free environments

What We’re Looking For

• We are seeking someone who is:
• Experienced in animal handling and group dog supervision
• Confident leading and coaching team members
• Calm and decisive in high‑energy situations
• Observant with strong attention to detail
• Comfortable enforcing standards and holding others accountable
• Reliable and dependable — especially on weekends and holidays

You must be able to:

• Lift up to 60 lbs
• Stand and move for extended periods
• Work indoors and outdoors in various temperatures
• Work weekends and holidays
• Handle dogs of all sizes safely
• Knowledge of dog body language and group dynamics is strongly preferred.

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Dental & Vision
• Insurance
• Employee Pet Care Discounts
• Tips
• Growth opportunities within NVA

Equal Opportunity Employer

NVA Pet Resorts is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace.

PetSuites is the leader of the pack in pet resorts offering exceptional services for both dogs and cats, ranging from boarding and daycare to grooming and training. Our trusted team of professionals delivers memorable experiences with personalized service in fun, convenient, and modern spaces.