What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Manager position at K9 Mania Dog Training?
NEW YORK-BASED DOG TRAINING COMPANY LOOKING FOR A KENNEL MANAGER!
K9 Mania Dog Training is urgently looking for a skilled, experienced, and dog-loving Kennel Manager to help with our dog training facility in Deer Park, Long Island! Our Board and Train program and Dog Boarding service will need the touch of a caring professional who will manage the overall operations. We want a passionate person to help us change lives and give dogs the chance to reach their fullest potential. Your job will include overseeing the cleaning and disinfecting of our kennels. In addition, you can also learn animal care and behavior basics while assisting our dog trainers with feeding, grooming, and walking tasks. Having previous experience in a pet care environment or kennel management is a plus, but we will provide training to the right candidate.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Assist Owner and Dog Trainers on managing the overall operations
- Oversee Kennel Technicians (assigning tasks, checking quality of work, relaying instructions, etc.)
- Making sure all employees are complying to companies Standard Operating Procedures
- Scheduling and Booking Appointments
- Clean and disinfect the kennels
- Provide animals with food and water according to our feeding schedule
- Give animals in our care their medication as directed by veterinarians and vet techs
- Walk and play with the animals
- Help with bathing and grooming tasks
Requirements and Qualifications:
- High school diploma or GED certificate
- Experience providing animal care (highly preferred)
- Team management experience
- Must love dogs
- A flexible schedule
- Physical ability to work with dogs of various breeds and sizes
- Kennel Management/Technician Certification or alike (highly preferred)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $16.00 - $20.00 per hour
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Work Location: One location
Salary : $16 - $20