Animal Care Manager in training

Job Overview

We are looking for an experienced, sharp, compassionate and dedicated animal lover with experience in leadership. This position requires management experience as we are looking for an Animal Care Manager to oversee the health and well-being of our puppies along with coaching and developing a staff of Animal Care Technicians at our Animal Kingdom Arizona Mills location.

We are a family owned and operated chain of pet stores called Puppies ‘N Love and Animal Kingdom — with four locations in the Valley and Tucson. The perfect candidate is detail oriented, makes wise decisions, responds quickly and calmly in difficult situations and has excellent communications skills.

If you are outgoing, self-motivated and honest we may have a long-term home for you on our team.

Duties specific to Animal Care Manager:

• Ensure the Health and well-being of our puppies
• Creating a weekly schedule for the staff
• Hosting one-on-ones regularly with your staff to ensure success
• Opening/closing the store
• Attending on-going training including animal health in monthly meetings
• Holding the staff accountable for daily duties
• Inventory control

Daily duties to be performed by Animal Care Manager and team:

• Following company protocols to administer vaccines and other medical treatments to puppies while keeping copious medical records.
• The ability to recognize if/when a puppy might be showing signs of illness or distress.
• Informing animal health director of any health issues with the animals
• A commitment to continuous education and training.
• Cleaning and maintaining kennels and animal living areas daily.
• Cleaning other facility areas. (Sweep, take out garbage, wash floors, etc.)
• Washing food and water bowls and making sure all sterilization protocols are followed.
• Providing each animal with food and water following approved feeding protocols.
• Following proper safety measures and procedures when using medicines, chemicals and cleaning supplies.
• Assisting other employees and customers in a cheerful and respectful manner.
• Helping maintain a clean and organized workplace.
• Responsible for all other duties as assigned by Animal Health Director.

Why work in one of our pet stores?

• Join a rapidly growing, family owned and operated pet store chain where your input and ideas are encouraged, your leadership is appreciated and your hard work is rewarded
• Opportunity for advancement in a growing local company
• Become an important team leader in a workplace where open door policies still exist and people and puppies truly do come first
• Our ongoing growth is creating exceptional opportunities for professional development and personal enrichment throughout our company
• Medical (including dental and vision), paid vacation, holiday and sick leave (if full-time)
• Generous employee discounts
• To make a difference in the lives of thousands of people and puppies and to have fun along the way

What you bring to the table

• The ability to lead and grow our animal care team
• Exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task and work consistently at a fast pace
• The ability to stand for 8 hours and be mobile in the store for long periods of time, to bend and lift a min. of 40 lbs.
• Reliable transportation, a strong work ethic and the willingness to work nights, weekends and some holidays

How to apply:

Apply online and please include resume or call Dan at 602-255-0166 ext. 112

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• Management: 5 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $17 - $22