What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Kennel Manager position at Two Sisters Kennels?
WILL NOT CONSIDER CANDIDATES WITH MORE THAN A 20 MINUTE COMMUTE
Must be available 3-4 week days between Monday - Friday and two weekends a month. Hours are split shifts 6-10am and 2:30-6pm. Must live close to or be willing to commute to West Branch Iowa. Applicants more than 20 minutes away will not be considered.
We are searching for a hard-working, responsible, and dependable Kennel Manager to help with the cleaning duties, handling of dogs at our kennel and daycare facilities, and assist clients. The kennel managers main responsibilities include cleaning kennel runs & outdoor areas, supervising group play, assisting with check-ins and check-outs, and cleaning the daycare play areas, responding to calls and emails, and managing employees
Dog Handler Responsibilities:
- Cleaning animal waste, spilled food, hair, and other debris from the kennels
- Disposing of trash in a timely manner
- Washing and sanitizing dog bowls
- Ensuring that the dogs have ample, fresh water at all times
- Keeping the lobby clean and organized
- Switch and fold laundry
- Clean yard of animal waste and spray yard with cleaning solution
- Hose out and clean outdoor patios
- Assist with setting up kennels
- Help with transporting animals to and from the kennels
- Assist with check-ins and check-outs
- Monitor dogs during group playtime
Dog Handler Assistant Requirements:
- Must be 18 years or older
- Physically fit and agile with capacity to lift up to 50 pounds unaided
- Must have a car/transportation
- A passion for animal welfare and an overall love of dogs (all shapes & sizes!)
- Strong attention to detail and high standard of cleanliness
- Must be available to work during early mornings, early evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Strong customer service skills
- Position will start part-time and has the potential to go full-time
- Previous experience with dogs is preferred. Will be trained in dog handling and behavior
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Tips
Work setting:
- In-person
- Outdoor work
Work Location: In person
Salary : $30,000