Lead Pet Care Attendant - West Lafayette, IN

Vetcor•West Lafayette, IN

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Blair Animal Clinic & Klondike Kennels is hiring a Lead Pet Care Attendant & Daycare Monitor! This full-time role involves overseeing off-leash daycare and playgroup sessions, ensuring a safe and positive experience for every dog. The position also plays a key role in the day-to-day operations of the kennel, leading and supporting fellow pet-care team members, and serving as a primary point of contact for clients. Responsibilities include overseeing feeding schedules, administering medications, monitoring pet health and behavior, training staff, communicating with clients, and maintaining smooth kennel operations.

Requirements

A genuine passion for animals and their well-being
Leadership skills and confidence guiding and supporting team members
Strong communication and customer service skills
The ability to work both indoors and outdoors
Comfort handling a variety of dog breeds and sizes
Physical stamina for an active, hands-on role
Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow safety and care procedures
A collaborative mindset and willingness to work closely with management and teammates
Flexibility to work mornings, evenings, weekends, school breaks, and holidays
Availability around Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s, Spring Break, and other peak boarding periods

Nice To Haves

Experienced animal-care professional
Enjoys leading others
Ready to take an active role in creating a safe, fun, and well-run boarding and daycare environment

Responsibilities

Oversee off-leash daycare and playgroup sessions while prioritizing pet safety and positive interactions
Provide attentive daily care to boarding and daycare pets
Oversee feeding schedules, medications, and other daily care routines
Administer medications as directed and monitor pet responses
Monitor changes in the health and behavior of pets boarding with us
Check and maintain vaccine records
Give baths, trim nails, and assist with basic grooming needs
Answer phones and emails, schedule appointments, and process payments
Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and provide exceptional customer service
Train team members on safety, feeding, and pet-handling procedures
Cross-train and work as a Daycare Monitor
Delegate tasks to team members and help maintain an organized daily workflow
Collaborate with management and teammates to ensure excellent service and smooth kennel operations