Lead Kennel Tech

Kaufman County•Kaufman County, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Lead Kennel Tech performs shelter and office duties supporting the care, maintenance, and control of domestic animals at the animal shelter, along with related work. The role handles animal intake and health checks, animal care and medication records, behavioral assessment and enrichment, disease response, humane handling, euthanasia after approval, customer inquiries, and volunteer coordination and training. The position also provides direction to staff and volunteers and reports to the Shelter Manager on animal intake and volunteer activities.

Requirements

At least one year of experience with a veterinarian in a clinic or shelter setting.
Valid and appropriate Texas Class C driver’s license and an acceptable driving record at appointment and throughout employment.
Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to humanely handle animals in various circumstances.
Ability to work harmoniously with other employees.
Ability to lift and properly handle medium- and large-sized dogs.
Ability to be courteous and friendly with clients and the public.
Ability to provide direction and instruction to staff and volunteers.
Ability to operate assigned equipment and vehicle.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the position, including moderate and heavy lifting and carrying, pushing, pulling, dragging, or holding objects; lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Nice To Haves

At least one year of experience in animal shelters, general customer service, or a related animal care field is preferred.
Euthanasia certification is preferred.
Veterinary Technician Certification or Euthanasia Certification is preferred.
Basic knowledge of shelter medicine, as opposed to standard veterinary medicine.
Enjoy working with dogs.

Responsibilities

Process new animal intake, including weighing animals, scanning for microchips, administering vaccines, and checking for health or medical conditions.
Assess animals for behavioral concerns and use appropriate enrichment protocols.
Maintain medication records, ensure correct dosing and documentation, and store medications securely.
Prepare and submit monthly animal intake and volunteer activity reports to the Shelter Manager.
Ensure animals are properly housed, fed, cared for, and provided appropriate diets.
Recommend equipment and supply purchases and repairs to the Shelter Manager.
Respond appropriately to disease outbreaks.
Use humane restraint techniques and ensure shelter staff follow approved techniques.
Obtain euthanasia certification and perform euthanasia after approval by the Shelter Manager.
Answer inquiries and resolve complaints by phone, email, or in person.
Greet volunteers, provide orientation, organize regular volunteer training, create and distribute volunteer training tools, and ensure volunteers follow approved protocols.
Provide leadership and direction to staff and volunteers regarding animal behavior and medical concerns.
Train and direct approved staff on vaccinations, microchip insertions, and medication administration.
Ensure appropriate animal behavior and medical logs are maintained and work with staff to manage related issues.
Provide continuing education opportunities for shelter staff and track their progress.
Maintain regular attendance and perform other related duties as assigned.