What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Manager position at Henry County Humane Society?
The Kennel Manager oversees the daily operations of the kennel facility, ensuring the health, safety, and humane treatment of all animals in care. This role supervises kennel staff and volunteers, maintains cleanliness and enrichment standards, coordinates animal care protocols, supports adoption and intake processes and oversees medical monitoring and treatment support. The Kennel Manager plays a key role in maintaining a positive, organized, and compassionate environment for animals, staff, and the public.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Animal Care & Welfare
- Ensure proper feeding, cleaning, sanitation, and daily care of all animals
- Monitor animal health and behavior; report concerns to veterinary staff
- Administer medications and vaccinations as directed
- Maintain accurate medical and behavioral records
- Implement enrichment programs to promote physical and mental well-being
Facility Management
- Oversee kennel cleanliness and ensure compliance with sanitation standards
- Maintain proper housing assignments based on temperament and medical needs
- Monitor inventory of food, cleaning supplies, and medical supplies
- Ensure equipment and facility areas are maintained safely
Staff & Volunteer Supervision
- Supervise and train kennel staff
- Provide guidance and oversight to volunteers
- Ensure team members follow safety and animal-handling protocols
- Assist in performance evaluations and staff development
Operations & Administration
- Coordinate animal intake and transfers
- Assist with adoption processes and meet-and-greets
- Maintain daily logs and required reports
- Ensure compliance with local and state animal welfare regulations
Public Interaction
- Provide excellent customer service to adopters and the public
- Educate visitors on responsible pet ownership
- Represent the organization professionally
Qualifications
- Experience in animal care, veterinary assisting, or shelter management preferred
- Supervisory or leadership experience preferred
- Knowledge of animal behavior and handling techniques
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physical labor
- Comfortable working in loud, fast-paced environments
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Compassionate, patient, and dependable
Medical Responsibilities
- Conduct daily health checks on all animals
- Identify and report signs of illness, injury, or behavioral changes immediately
- Administer medications (oral, topical, injectable if trained) as prescribed
- Maintain medication logs and medical treatment records
- Assist veterinarian or veterinary partners during exams and procedures
- Ensure vaccination protocols are followed upon intake
- Oversee quarantine and isolation protocols when necessary
- Monitor post-surgical animals and ensure proper recovery care
- Track medical inventory including vaccines, medications, and supplies
- Ensure compliance with state and local animal health regulations
- Coordinate spay/neuter scheduling and follow-up care
Working Conditions
- Exposure to animals of varying temperaments
- Frequent standing, bending, lifting, and cleaning
- A flexible schedule with the ability to work weekends and holidays.
- Ability to lift 50lbs
- Must be able to stand for long periods of time, get on your knees, and bend as needed to work with animals
- Ability to work and communicate with the public in a professional manner.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $13.50 - $14.00 per hour
People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply
Experience:
- Management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $14