Kennel Supervisor
Job Title: Kennel Supervisor
Location: Jackson Springs, NC
Reports To: Kennel Manager
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Summary:
The Kennel Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day care of animals and supervising kennel staff to ensure a clean, safe, and compassionate environment for all animals. This position plays a key role in maintaining high standards of animal welfare, cleanliness, and customer service, and serves as the liaison between kennel attendants and management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Supervise daily operations of the kennels, including feeding, cleaning, walking, and general animal care
- Follow Veterinary updated SOP’s on kennel sanitation/contamination protocols
- Assign tasks to kennel attendants and monitor staff performance
- Manage time and attendance software
- Complete annual evaluations, disciplinary reports, and incident reports
- Train and support new team members in daily procedures and safety protocols
- Monitor the health and behavior of animals; report concerns to the manager or veterinarian
- Maintain high standards of cleanliness and sanitation throughout the facility
- Ensure accurate recordkeeping for feeding, medication, and behavior observations
- Assist in administering medications or treatments as directed by veterinary staff
- Coordinate with veterinary or training departments as needed
- Handle minor staff or animal incidents and escalate serious issues to the kennel manager
- Support emergency procedures and facility safety protocols