Kennel Manager Dog Track Job Description Sample

Fast Track to General ManagerJob ID C0902X5 Date posted 02/19/2019

Address:
3200 MEMORIAL PKWY NW

Huntsville

Alabama
35810

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Description:

Fast Track to General Manager

Basic Function

Learn to direct management of an Aaron's store with profit and loss responsibility. Asset management, customer growth and maintenance, revenue production, personnel development and inventory control are key result areas of this position. The Big 5 is done daily.

Reporting

Reports directly to the Regional Manager

Primary Responsibilities

The Acquisition and Maintenance of Customers

Learn recruiting and staffing procedures for a store

Learn to close all lease agreements properly

Assist with completion of quality control calls on all new lease agreements within 1 business day of delivery

Responsible for all renewal activity

Assist with physically monitoring the back door whenever inventory movement occurs

Learn to facilitate and reconcile inventories by Wednesday of every week

Assist with return authorization

Safeguard all company assets

Ensure accurate and timely bank deposits

Maintain company vehicles within safe operating standards

Assist with training and developing of store associates

Achieve planned growth and profit goals

Learn and execute all customer service programs, company guidelines and policies

Provide a safe, clean environment for customers and associates

Ensure adequate availability of merchandise at all times

Accurately report financial measures and transactions

Plan and organize to meet or exceed forecasted financial goals

Ensure published hours of store operations are met

Ensure all returned merchandise is certified, reclassified and priced.

Position requires

Minimum of 3 years of prior specialty retail management experience

Strong leadership skills

Good communication and interpersonal skills

Professional appearance

High level of energy

Demonstrated selling skills

Effective organizational skills

Proven managerial skills

Licensure and Background requirements

Satisfactory MVR (driving record), D.O.T. physical/certification in states that require it, a valid Driver's License and compliance with the Company's Driver Qualification Policy

Aaron's is an equal opportunity employer.

Job Summary

Reposted: 2/15/19

Prevention of zoonotic diseases; is responsible for humane pet care and pet safety in a municipal animal care facility. Maintains, up-keeps, cleans, and disinfects animal kennels, grounds, clinic, and buildings in the City of Laredo Animal Care Facility. Feeds and cares for pets and assures a humane treatment of pets that are impounded and/or sheltered. Assists with adoption services and clinics as necessary.

Job Description

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of humane animal keeping practices for care and management in an animal care facility.

• Knowledge of kennel sanitation, feeding, and care of animals in an animal care facility.

• Knowledge of kennel maintenance and animal care facility grounds keeping practices.

• Knowledge of animal disinfection, pet management, and transferring from animal control to facility keeping practices.

• Ability to perform animal impoundment and sheltering keeping practices that may be strenuous, but routine.

• Ability to plan, organize, and maintain schedules for management of pets in a pound (care, holding, observation, assist with euthanasia, and plant facility maintenance).

• Ability to maintain harmonious and effective working relationships with others.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.

• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.

• Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.

• Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.

• Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.

• Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.

• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.

• Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills for animal care and facility.

• Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.

• Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.

• Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of the position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Work is performed inside and/or outside an office, stockroom, or warehouse. Work may be exposed to a variety of weather conditions and outdoor elements, such as: excessive dampness, chill, heat, humidity, intermittent noise, and inclement cold weather. Work may be exposed to a variety of environmental conditions, such as: unknown & dangerous conditions, unusual environmental stress, contagious infectious disease, irritating chemicals, life-threatening situations, dry atmosphere, solvents, dirt, grease, oils, silica, asbestos, dust, constant noise, pneumatic vibration, fumes, smoke, gases, radiant/electrical energy, and slippery/uneven walking surfaces. Capable of working closely with others or alone, working long or irregular working hours, working shift work and/or weekends, working with protective devices, working on ladders or scaffolding, working around moving objects or vehicles, working around machines with moving parts and objects, working with hands in water, and traveling by 1% of the time. Ability to operate a motor vehicle, office equipment, and mechanical equipment; Work requires light to heavy carrying and lifting (under 15 pounds up to 45 pounds and over), straight pulling, pulling hand over hand, simple grasping, dual simultaneous grasping, repeated bending, sitting, standing, pushing, crouching, crawling, twisting, kneeling, stooping, climbing stairs and ladders, walking, and reaching above shoulders. Ability to see, write, read, count, identify shade of colors, perceive depth, and hearing is needed to perform the essential functions of this job.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Assures pets are cared for and attended too in a humane and healthy sheltering.

• Provides humane care for pets when impounded and/or sheltered (feeding, care, kennel sanitation, and disinfection of pets).

• Maintains strict records of animals that are impounded and sheltered.

• Checks on all kennels and animals upon arrival; notes whether animals look healthy and have been eating and drinking normally; immediately notifies the Animal Care & Control Supervisor or designee of any animal that shows any signs of illness, potential health, or behavioral problems involving the animals.

• Feeds and waters animals by using the City of Laredo Animal Care Services Department protocols on pet care and management, and following the Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for care and feeding as per Texas Administrative Code and City of Laredo Animal Care Services Department.

• Collects all feeding and watering bowls/pails from all kennels; washes feeding and watering bowls/pails by following the Standard Operating Procedures.

• Cleans, washes, and disinfects animal kennels and cages following City of Laredo Animal Care Services Department Standard Operating Procedures and in such a manner as to provide an odor free and low stress environment for the animals.

• Disinfects animals with insecticide to prevent flea and tick infection by following strict infection control of the Standard Operating Procedures to assure healthy and humane care.

• Assists Animal Control Officers and City Veterinarian with all health care, vaccinations, and prevention efforts.

• Assists with observations, quarantines, and pet care management as per the Standard Operating Procedures; under the direction of an Animal Control Officer, records observations in appropriate control data sheets and assists in facilitating preventive measures against animal, vector, and other zoonotic exposures.

• Assures pets are protected against environmental exposures and provides maintenance and support for spay, neuter, and adoption services.

• Inspects and examines dog licenses and/or any other animal or vector certificate for validity of prevention measures and works with Animal Control Officers and City staff to ensure efficient facility operations for humane treatment and management of animals that are impoundment and/or sheltered.

• Cleans offices, empties trash, mops floors, cleans restrooms and disposes of all solid waste as per protocols, and disposes euthanized pets in a humane manner.

• May assist the euthanasia technician to ensure appropriate maintenance of the euthanasia clinic.

• Ensures all equipment and supplies for kennel work, animal care, and facility operations is operational, maintained, and inventoried.

• Maintains good communication between staff, visitors, and other business contacts.

• Must follow all rules of telephone courtesy in all telephone communications.

• Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.

• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma or G.E.D.

Rabies Pre-Exposure Vaccines must be obtained within one (1) month of employment. Continued employment is contingent on successfully obtaining the required vaccinations within the specified period of time indicated from time of hire.

Valid Licenses and Certifications

Valid Texas Driver License*

• If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained prior to employment.

As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment.

Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment.

Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing.

A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 727-6460 two days prior to the scheduled interview and/or test if applicable..

"AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER, THE CITY COMPLIES WITH THE AMERICAN WITH DISABILITIES ACT."

At Red Robin our Assistant Managers support and ensure that the restaurant operates within Red Robin International guidelines, while meeting/exceeding sales and profitability objectives established during the budgeting process.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure company policy and Brand Equity Standards are followed.

• Optimize profits by controlling food, beverage and labor costs.

• Hiring, training and developing new hourly team members.

• Increasing sales by ensuring guest satisfaction and prompt problem resolution.

• Maintain an overall management style in accordance with our established best practices.

• Provide leadership and direction to all team members to ensure efficient operation.

• Ensure food quality and availability.

• Prepare and present hourly team member reviews.

• Oversee and supervise all beverage purchasing.

• Complete all tasks assigned by General Manager on time.

Experience Preferred/Required:

• 2+ years of Restaurant Management experience preferred.

• HS degree or equivalent preferred

• Has strong knowledge of commonly-used concepts, practices, and procedures in a restaurant.

• Relies on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

• Must have ability to accurately handle money, make change, process credit card transactions and have strong menu knowledge.

• Performs a variety of tasks. A certain degree of creativity and latitude is required.

• Must be 21 years of age.

• Passion for the business and compassion for people.

• Outstanding leadership and communication skills.

• Ability to recruit, develop and motivate team members.

• Must be able to create fun in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

• Must be able to lift approximately 50 lbs.

• Typically works under general supervision and reports to an GM.

Red Robin is an equal opportunity and e-verify employer, committed to a diverse workforce. Red Robin independent franchisees each hire their own employees and establish their own terms and conditions of employment, which may differ from those described.

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Company Info: VCA Inc. owns, operates, and manages the largest network of freestanding veterinary hospitals and veterinary clinical reference laboratories in North America, with over 900 hospitals located in the U.S. states and Canada, and more than 55 clinical laboratories. VCA is also a leading supplier of diagnostic imaging equipment to the veterinary industry, as well as operating a franchisor of premier dog daycare facilities.

If you are a current employee, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs. You can also copy the link below into a browser to apply through our internal career site:

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VCA North Coast Animal Hospital is an AAHA-accredited, 24-hour emergency/general practice in beautiful Encinitas, California—located just north of San Diego.

We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Attendant to join our team.

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning cages.

• Feeding and caring for dogs and cats.

• Walking dogs.

• Bathing dogs.

• Doing laundry.

• Cleaning and maintaining hospital premises.

• Assisting Doctors and Technicians when necessary.

We offer competitive compensation and great benefits for eligible employees, including medical/dental, generous personal pet care discounts and more!

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

Company Info: VCA Inc. owns, operates, and manages the largest network of freestanding veterinary hospitals and veterinary clinical reference laboratories in North America, with over 900 hospitals located in the U.S. states and Canada, and more than 55 clinical laboratories. VCA is also a leading supplier of diagnostic imaging equipment to the veterinary industry, as well as operating a franchisor of premier dog daycare facilities.

If you are a current employee, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs. You can also copy the link below into a browser to apply through our internal career site:

https://www.myworkday.com/vca/d/inst/1$9925/9925$35192.htmld

VCA Aventura Animal Hospital is a multi-doctor practice in Aventura, Florida.

We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Attendant to join our team.

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning cages.

• Feeding and caring for dogs and cats.

• Walking dogs.

• Bathing dogs.

• Doing laundry.

• Cleaning and maintaining hospital premises.

• Assisting Doctors and Technicians when necessary.

We offer competitive compensation and great benefits for eligible employees, including medical/dental, generous personal pet care discounts and more!

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

The Kennel Tech is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital.

A day in the life of a Kennel Technician:

• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds.
• Feed hospitalized animals and boarders.
• Monitor and record important information about the animals’ conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
• Walk animals three times a day.
• Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
• Clean treatment, exam, surgery and lab areas daily.
• Maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat.
• Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Technicians with restraint and treatment of animals.
• Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Flexible schedule including some weekend shifts
• Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations.
• Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs

Benefits

• Competitive salary, based on experience and expertise
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• Teladoc
• A large network of over 1,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

The Kennel Tech is responsible for providing a clean, efficient and healthy environment for the animals being treated or boarded at the hospital.

A day in the life of a Kennel Technician:

• Maintain the cleanliness of the hospital, including kennel area, runs, treatment area, and outside grounds.
• Feed hospitalized animals and boarders.
• Monitor and record important information about the animals’ conditions, behavior and habits (elimination, eating, etc.).
• Walk animals three times a day.
• Notify the Doctor or a Veterinary Technician of unusual medical or behavioral problems.
• Clean treatment, exam, surgery and lab areas daily.
• Maintain laundry throughout the day and keep laundry area neat.
• Assist the Doctor and Veterinary Technicians with restraint and treatment of animals.
• Monitor and maintain the kennel inventory to include food, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies, etc.
• Perform other duties as assigned that assist the Doctor, Receptionist and Veterinarian Technicians in the smooth flow and operation of the clinic, care of clients and service to the clients.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Prior experience in veterinary medicine preferred
• Flexible schedule including some weekend shifts
• Must have computer skills, including a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Experience with Avimark software preferred
• Must possess strong communication skills, good judgment and be able to manage stressful situations.
• Must have the physical and mental capacity to perform in a fast paced and challenging environment.
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Short Term Disability
• Paid Time Off (Vacation & Public Holidays)
• Teladoc- FREE doctor access 24/7
• Discounted Veterinary Care
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• A large network of over 1,000 veterinary professionals who all share common interest in promoting a collaborative working environment and individual career growth
• Opportunity to make an impact in your community while tackling a challenging, variety of tasks and the ability to help animals among a great team of people!

Company Info: VCA Inc. owns, operates, and manages the largest network of freestanding veterinary hospitals and veterinary clinical reference laboratories in North America, with over 900 hospitals located in the U.S. states and Canada, and more than 55 clinical laboratories. VCA is also a leading supplier of diagnostic imaging equipment to the veterinary industry, as well as operating a franchisor of premier dog daycare facilities.

If you are a current employee, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Career worklet on the landing page or search for Find Jobs. You can also copy the link below into a browser to apply through our internal career site:

https://www.myworkday.com/vca/d/inst/1$9925/9925$35148.htmld

VCA Gaide Animal Hospital is a multi-doctor small animal practice in Jackson, Michigan.

We are seeking an experienced Animal Care Attendant to join our team.

The successful candidate will share our commitment to delivering exceptional service to our loyal clientele and the highest quality care to their boarded and hospitalized pets.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Cleaning cages.

• Feeding and caring for dogs and cats.

• Walking dogs.

• Bathing dogs.

• Doing laundry.

• Cleaning and maintaining hospital premises.

• Assisting Doctors and Technicians when necessary.

We offer competitive compensation and great benefits for eligible employees, including medical/dental, generous personal pet care discounts and more!

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).

Job Description:

This role is a key member of the business unit (BU) team developing and executing the national sales strategy and fiscal year plan for the assigned categories. The SPM reports to the Director, Sales Strategy & Planning. The Sales Strategy & Planning Manager will lead development of strategic and tactical elements of the assigned categories' business plan and 4Ps development.

Additional assigned responsibilities include: analysis to track business progress, development of tactics to achieve category objectives, post-analysis of previous strategies/tactics/initiatives, collaboration with field sales to ensure brand aligned execution and goal attainment via establishing new category with our customers, development of communication materials to be used across the organization, and forecasting volume, trade funding and retail distribution growth.

Key interactions are with: SS&P Director, SS&P counterparts, Field Sales teams, Brand Team, Business Unit GM, Demand and Supply Planning, Revenue Management, Finance and Category Development. Participation in customer presentations and interface are also key parts of this role.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Forecasts and manages attainment of gross sales goal and trade budget of assigned categories, collaborating with field sales to ensure brand aligned execution

• Ensures tactical adherence to Category Business Plan and trade spending strategy/direction across all channels. Provides input to development of the category AOP

• Develops 4Ps tactics aligned to category strategies

• Monitors and tracks key performance indicators and 4Ps objectives

• Post analysis/assess previous plans, strategies, tactics, and initiatives (4Ps) for assigned categories

• Models scenarios to optimize trade spending tactics

• Ensures Trade program effectiveness and efficiency is maximized and monitors trade spending

• Leads and maintains sales goal and trade allocation process and program for assigned categories

• Establishes and maintains the relationships with field sales to facilitate understanding and effective category/trade management at the customer level

• Analyzes business through data "mining" (primarily through internal/proprietary systems) and close contact with field sales for additional intelligence

• Develops effective internal and external communications, leveraging category, consumer and marketplace insights

• Leads sales planning process for assigned category

• Key partner during S&OP process, providing customer intelligence and insights, weekly collaboration participation on forecasting

• Reviews and approves plans in forecasting system for assigned categories

• Develops KPI goals by product level and tracks field performance

• Oversees product allocation, if necessary

• Provides key input to demand and financial forecasts

• Manages ad-hoc category requests and projects as necessary

• Model behaviors that support the Tyson Foods 5C's leadership principles

• Establishes, nurtures, and maintains productive working relationships with key external and internal stakeholders

• Responsible to supervise and develop 1 direct report - Sr Analyst responsible for sales planning for Regional Brands.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor's degree required. MBA or equivalent work experience preferred

• Experience: 5+ years of experience working with North American packaged goods categories. Headquarter and field sales and/or branded marketing experience.

• Computer Skills:
  Expert level competency relative to syndicated analytics, Microsoft Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Communication Skills:
  Communication and interpersonal skills; ability to collaborate with sales organization and internal BU/Supply Chain partners.

• Special Skills:
  Strong financial acumen, including in-depth financial analysis and resulting impact to business. Expert-level analytical ability using proprietary and syndicated data sources. Formal experience in sales planning and category analytics. Experience establishing this role within a Sales organization is preferred.

• Travel: Some travel may be required

• Supervisory: Yes