Kennel Manager

Hot Springs, AR
Full Time
Mid Level

Job Summary:
We are seeking a dedicated Kennel Manager to oversee the daily care of animals and supervise kennel staff at a busy veterinary facility. This hands-on leadership role combines animal care, staff management, and hospital support.

Key Responsibilities:
 

Animal Care & Facility Maintenance:
  • Walk, feed, medicate, and bathe animals in both hospital and boarding care

  • Sanitize kennels and common areas, manage laundry, sweeping, and mopping

  • Conduct daily patient assessments, including vitals (TPR), charting, and reporting

  • Ensure facility cleanliness and compliance with health standards

Veterinary Assistance:

  • Support veterinarians in exam rooms and surgery

  • Take and chart vitals (TPR)

  • Communicate with pet owners in-house and over the phone

Staff Supervision & Management:

  • Manage and train Kennel Assistants at multiple locations

  • Create and manage work schedules

  • Oversee supplies, cleanliness, maintenance, and adherence to policies

  • Provide staff correction and enforce protocols as needed

Requirements:

  • Prior kennel and management experience

  • Ability to lift over 50 lbs

  • Strong critical thinking and delegation skills

  • Experience creating schedules and managing inventory

  • Basic computer proficiency

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills

About the West Central Arkansas Workforce Development Area

The West Central Arkansas Workforce Development Centers specialize in recruiting and placing skilled professionals in a variety of industries on behalf of employers in Central Arkansas. We help people find jobs and provide workforce solutions to businesses.

WCAPDD/Arkansas Workforce Center is an “equal opportunity employer/program,” and “auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.” Arkansas Relay Service: 1-800-285-1121 (Voice) 1-800-285-1131 (TDD) or TDD 711.

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