Animal and Customer Care Manager

Michigan Humane Society - Westland, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Westland, MI

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About the position

The Animal and Customer Care Manager maintains the effective and efficient daily operations of both the veterinary center and adoption center with the goal of providing high-quality animal care and excellent customer service to the communities we serve.

Responsibilities

• Humanely treat and care for all animals entrusted to Michigan Humane (MH).
• Supervise the operation of the facility in the absence of the Director of Facility Operations.
• Manage performance management and development processes, informing decisions such as salary changes, promotions, discipline, future assignments, etc.; supervise and provide direction to Assistant Managers and medicine staff.
• Ensure the staff adheres to MHS policies, protocols and procedures; and complies with all local, state and federal laws. Maintain payroll records as required.
• Provide a positive work environment that supports morale and staff retention. Work with staff to promote a customer-centered and fear-free environment.
• Meet with individual staff members, coach those who are experiencing work-related problems; pursuing satisfactory resolution as needed.
• Promote Michigan Humane programs and general goodwill among clients and staff; attend special fundraising and adoption events when requested.
• Hire, supervise, and provide direction to staff. Oversee training to ensure high-quality staff-client interactions.
• Maintain the weekly staff schedules. Assign the daily work of the staff.
• Supervise the use of the software system to ensure that client/animal records are entered accurately and properly retained.
• Supervise staff on proper cleaning protocols, MH husbandry standards, section checks and animal care. Ensure compliance with all MH policies and procedures.
• Select and prepare animals for various offsite transfers and events.
• Assist with animal health and behavioral concerns; consult with the veterinarian and/or behavior department on adoptability, as needed.
• Maintain daily monies and provide daily cash reports to accounting, including client refunds. Audit receipts in the operating system for accuracy.
• Complete weekly/monthly adopter support surveys. Monitor animal, adoption and supply statistics with the Director. Perform quarterly inventory and reporting on medical stocks.
• Work closely with animal control officers on animal intakes. Supervise animal reclaims.
• Respond to veterinary client and shelter client complaints while promoting a customer-centered environment.
• Ensure humane euthanasia protocols are followed. Attend MH euthanasia training and assist the Director of Operations with euthanasia drug management.

Requirements

• HS diploma with some college coursework in accounting, business, management, or veterinary science. Associate or bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of related experience, including prior supervisory experience.
• Strong customer service and leadership skills with the ability to successfully recruit, supervise, coach, and mentor staff. Must have effective conflict resolution skills.
• Good supervisory and customer service skills and the ability to work independently and as a team.
• Microsoft Office skills, including MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Account
• Opportunities for professional development, growth, and continuing education
• A positive and collaborative work environment
• Work-life balance and flexible working hours (compressed work schedule option!)
• Paid Time Off & Holidays
• Human & Pet Bereavement
• Clinic discounts to up to 75% off services for your own pet(s)
• Relaxed dress code
• Wellness program with professional counseling services available to employees
• Animal food discount
• Free or discounted adoption fees to adopt a new friend
• Sabbatical Policy
• Uniform Allowance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Yearly performance reviews & employee engagement surveys
• Student Loan Relief Eligibility through Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program