Overview:
Brooklyn Veterinary Clinic & PAWS Resort has an opportunity for a Kennel Manager to join our team!
Location: 1320 Virtuoso Loop, Castle Rock, CO
Shift Details: This is a full-time position, working either four 10-hour shifts or five 8-hour shifts per week.
Compensation: $24-$26/hour, depending on experience
Desired Experience: Previous experience working in a veterinary setting (at least 1-2 years) is required. Familiarity with PACFA is highly preferred!
Benefits We Offer:
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Yearly uniform allowance
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Discount on veterinary care and products for your furry family members
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401k retirement plan options with company match for all staff over 21 years old
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Medical, vision, and dental insurance options for full-time staff
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Paid time off and paid major holidays for full-time staff
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Life insurance and other benefit options available for full-time staff
Job Summary: The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 1 year of direct management overseeing a team of employees in an animal setting. You must love working with clients as much as animals and possess both excellent telephone and in-person client service and communication skills. The ability to work in a fast-paced, team oriented environment and handle multiple tasks at once with an attention to detail is required. Strong organizational skills and computer experience is essential.
Responsibilities:
Primary responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Perform tasks directly related to animal care including walking, feeding, bathing, medicating, enrichment, sanitization and laundry.
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Oversee and ensure all standards of care are being met for all pets in our care
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Oversee the training and development of team members
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Lead by example in professionalism and maintain accountability of policies and procedures
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Team scheduling
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Working directly with team members and clients to help facilitate efficient flow of information and care of boarding, grooming and daycare pets.
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Assist in marketing and social media efforts
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Research and create opportunities for enrichment and growth of programs
- Maintain an environment of teamwork and respect
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Supply ordering
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All other aspects of management including hiring, coaching, goal setting and evaluations
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Maintain and uphold the Core Values and Mission Statement of MVP.
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Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrates ability to relate well with people-
Ability to communicate effectively in an amicable and pleasant manner
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Strong organizational skills
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Knowledge about animal breeds, proper care, and grooming cuts
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Ability to work without direct supervision
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Knowledge of administrative techniques
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Ability to produce accurate work under stress
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Effective problem solving skills
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Proven ability to work effectively and with initiative in a multi-faceted position requiring attention to a variety of tasks simultaneously.
Required Education and Experience:
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High school diploma or equivalent
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College degree a plus!
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Previous kennel and/or technician experience
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Customer service skills
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Supervisory experience
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Team leadership skills
Physical Requirements:
Primarily a position with lengthy standing, walking, twisting and bending. Will be expected to lift pets into kennels and bathing areas with sufficient help.-
Required lifting of large pet food bags and other miscellaneous items.
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Employee may be rabies vaccinated.
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May require restraining of aggressive pets.
Travel required: None
Reasonable Accommodations
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. If you need a reasonable accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please send an e-mail to benefits@mvetpartners.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.
Mission Veterinary Partners (MVP) is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law. We embrace diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.