Job purpose

Manage dogs and barn responsibilities.

Manage barn staff.

Duties and responsibilities

THIS IS A VERY PHYSICALLY DEMANDING POSITION

· Schedule barn staff

· Manage barn staff personnel issues

· Communicate barn staff schedule to admin

· Coordinate with medical staff to understand what meds are needed

· Coordinate with medical staff about condition of dogs and vet visits

· Coordinate with transportation staff for transport

· Coordinate with adoption lead and foster lead to understand drop-off/pickups of dogs

· Coordinate with adoption lead to schedule and have someone available for meet and greets

· Coordinate meet & greets with potential adopters/fosters

· Feed/water dogs if taking a morning or evening shift

· Medicate dogs as needed including monthly HW/Flea tick if taking a morning or evening shift

· Clean & disinfect the barn - floors, countertops kennels, beds, furniture, blankets, bowls, take out trash, etc.

· Keep supplies organized

· Laundry

· Pick up poop

· Restock shelves and trailer and keep organized and clean

· Walk dogs

· Love on dogs

· Be present for events at the barn as needed/scheduled

· Provide adoption lead with photos and videos of dogs and attended events for promotion

· Accept and organize AF packages delivered at the barn

· Build kennels

· Assist Maintenance Lead as needed (example:mow lawn, shovel snow)

· Some office/administrative tasks including Shelterluv software

· Drive dogs to vet

· Managing new dog protocols/introductions including some training

Qualifications include:

Education: High School Diploma or GED min. Must be over 21 years of age.

Skills: good verbal and oral communication, photography, video.

Abilities: carry 50 lbs

Other characteristics such as personal characteristics: reliable, responsible, comfortable in 18+ dog environment

Experience: past experience with animals is a plus, Previous Managerial experience is a requirement for this role.

Working conditions: First and foremost, you will need to be comfortable around 18+ dogs at one time alone in the barn.

Job Type: Full-time