Lead Animal Care Specialist — Lead the Pack

Destination Pet; Hilliard (OH); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Discounted pet insurance

DailyPay

Job summary

Destination Pet in Hilliard, OH is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant to guide daily care for our canine and feline guests. You will manage shifts, supervise team members, and uphold our high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include feeding, medicating when needed, bathing, and supervising pets under supervision. CPR training and 2+ years in animal care preferred; a high school diploma is required. This is a full-time, on-site role with weekend availability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of animal care experience.
• CPR training is a big plus.
• Experience with medication administration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead shift teams to ensure safe, high‑quality pet care.
• Train new hires on handling and procedures.
• Monitor health and safety of pets and report concerns.
• Feed, provide water, and give daily TLC to guests.
• Oversee meds and special needs guests as needed.
• Maintain a clean, welcoming kennel environment.

Skills

Animal care

CPR training

Medication administration

Leadership

Team coaching

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Destination Pet in Hilliard, OH is seeking a Lead Animal Care Attendant to guide daily care for our canine and feline guests. You will manage shifts, supervise team members, and uphold our high standards of safety and cleanliness.

Responsibilities include feeding, medicating when needed, bathing, and supervising pets under supervision. CPR training and 2+ years in animal care preferred; a high school diploma is required. This is a full-time, on-site role with weekend availability.