Dog Boarding & Daycare Operations Manager

Job Title: Dog Boarding & Daycare Operations Manager

Role Summary

The Dog Boarding & Daycare Operations Manager will be
responsible for managing and coordinating the day-to-day operation of VetSit’s
dog boarding and daycare facilities.

The role will include responsibility for staffing and rotas,
operational workflows, allocation of resources, staff supervision and training,
animal welfare standards, health and safety, and the efficient running of the
facilities.

Main Responsibilities

• Plan,
  organise and coordinate the daily operation of the dog boarding and
  daycare facilities.
  
• Prepare
  staff rotas, allocate duties and ensure appropriate staffing levels based
  on operational requirements and the number of animals in care.
  
• Supervise
  operational staff and participate in recruitment, induction and training.
  
• Implement
  and monitor operational procedures relating to animal welfare, hygiene,
  health and safety and facility standards.
  
• Coordinate
  stock, equipment, supplies and other resources required for the effective
  operation of the facilities.
  
• Monitor
  facility capacity, staffing requirements, operational resources and
  service standards.
  
• Manage
  day-to-day operational issues and identify improvements to workflows and
  procedures.
  
• Maintain
  appropriate operational records and prepare reports on staffing, resources
  and facility operations.
  
• Liaise
  with senior management regarding staffing needs, operational capacity,
  resources and improvements to the boarding and daycare operation.
  

Qualifications, Skills and Experience Required

• Degree
  or equivalent qualification in Veterinary Medicine, Animal Science,
  Business Management or a related field, with Veterinary Medicine or Animal
  Science preferred.
  
• Previous
  experience in business or operational management within an animal-care or
  veterinary establishment, including staff coordination, scheduling and
  resource allocation.
  
• Experience
  within a veterinary, dog boarding, daycare, animal-care or related
  environment.
  
• Experience
  supervising or coordinating staff and operational workflows.
  
• Knowledge
  of animal welfare, hygiene, safe animal handling and health and safety
  standards.
  
• Strong
  organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.
  

Nature of the Role

This is a non-clinical operational management position. The
role does not involve diagnosing or treating animals, prescribing medication,
performing veterinary procedures or carrying out duties requiring registration
with the Veterinary Council of Ireland.