Petland Corporate Stores Verified
Retail
Animal Care Manager
Chillicothe, OHOnsiteFull TimeManager / HeadPosted 1 month ago
Required skills
- Pet sensitivity
- Effective communication skills
- Animal care experience
- Self-motivated
- Teamwork oriented
- Problem solving skills
Nice to have
- Community programs
- Customer programs
Role summary
Petland is seeking an Animal Care Manager to oversee the well-being of pets in their kennels, ensuring the highest standards of care. This role involves leading kennel personnel, maintaining a safe and sanitary environment, and collaborating with veterinarians. The manager will also assist with staffing, implement store programs, and ensure all kennel procedures are followed. The ideal candidate has a passion for animals, strong organizational and communication skills, and at least six months of related experience, preferably with an Associate's degree.
Animal Care Manager Our Animal Care Managers bring a high level of knowledge and understanding regarding the importance of quality care for pets. They ensure all pets in our kennels are provided the best care possible and are dedicated to supporting the company’s mission to match the right pet with the right customer and meet the needs of both. If you have a passion for caring for animals, like to have fun, and would enjoy working for a great company that values the contributions of others, Petland is the place for you! WHY PETLAND IS A GREAT PLACE TO WORK:
Petland is more than a job, it’s a pet loving community. We’re looking for people with an unwavering love for animals who want to build or advance their career in a fun and rewarding environment. Imagine coming to work every day knowing that you help create lasting connections between pets and their new families. Turn your pet passion into a fulfilling career at Petland!
Watch the Petland career video here: https://vimeo.com/951590665?share=copy
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Dedicated to upholding the Petland Kennel Department Mission, Vision and Value Statement.
Dedication to providing excellent care for the pets at Petland by leading kennel personnel to meet Petland’s mission of caring for each animal while maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for our pets.
Assists with kennel staffing and performs various management tasks that best ensures the success of store associates.
Ensures that all opening, daily and closing procedures are followed in the kennel through procedural checklists.
Maintains a strong relationship with the consulting Veterinarian to ensure excellent care of the pets.
Assists Veterinarian(s) with puppy and kitten examinations and provides care and medications as prescribed.
Helps Petland store leadership with the implementation of various community or customer programs (preparing Petland pets for visits to schools, nursing homes and other community outings, etc.)
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, six months to one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
EEO Statement: Petland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity status.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify Petland’s Department of Human Resources.
Petland is more than a job, it’s a pet loving community. We’re looking for people with an unwavering love for animals who want to build or advance their career in a fun and rewarding environment. Imagine coming to work every day knowing that you help create lasting connections between pets and their new families. Turn your pet passion into a fulfilling career at Petland!
Watch the Petland career video here: https://vimeo.com/951590665?share=copy
POSITION DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Dedicated to upholding the Petland Kennel Department Mission, Vision and Value Statement.
Dedication to providing excellent care for the pets at Petland by leading kennel personnel to meet Petland’s mission of caring for each animal while maintaining a safe and sanitary environment for our pets.
Assists with kennel staffing and performs various management tasks that best ensures the success of store associates.
Ensures that all opening, daily and closing procedures are followed in the kennel through procedural checklists.
Maintains a strong relationship with the consulting Veterinarian to ensure excellent care of the pets.
Assists Veterinarian(s) with puppy and kitten examinations and provides care and medications as prescribed.
Helps Petland store leadership with the implementation of various community or customer programs (preparing Petland pets for visits to schools, nursing homes and other community outings, etc.)
REQUIRED SKILLS:
- Pet sensitivity
- Organizational skills
- Effective communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Animal care experience
- Self-motivated
- Teamwork oriented
- Problem solving skills
- Strong work ethic
Associate degree (AA) or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, six months to one-year related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Standing –Continually required to stand
- Walking –Continually required to walk
- Sitting – Occasionally required to sit
- Travelling – Occasionally required to travel
- Finger Dexterity - Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
- Climb, Bend, Balance, Stoop, Kneel or Crawl - Frequently required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
- Talking/Hearing - Continually required to talk or hear
- Visual Accuity - Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information, and/or use a keyboard
- Lifting/Pushing/Carrying – Occasionally required to lift more than 50 lbs. at a time with frequent lifting, pushing, or carrying of up to 30 lbs.
EEO Statement: Petland is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, mental or physical disabilities, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity status.
The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or physical requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Those applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify Petland’s Department of Human Resources.
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