Are you looking for a job where you can make a difference, build a career, and create long-term client, patient and staff relationships? Come work with an outstanding team at VCA Animal Wellness Center of Maple Grove. We are AAHA accredited, Fear Free Certified, and committed to providing Fear Free visits using low-stress handling techniques.

Within the boarding facility, Shift Leads are responsible for the day-to-day care and supervision of pets, client service and reception duties, as well as the supervision of Kennel Attendants. Duties include, but are not limited to feeding, watering, cleaning, walking, bathing, supervising dog group play and monitoring the well-being of dogs, cats and, occasionally, other companion animals, in addition to providing superior client service and accurate record keeping. Shift Leads must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to lift and or move heavy pets and objects, the dexterity and confidence to administer medications, and the ability to monitor pets for signs of distress or disease. It is essential that they have the willingness to learn and the desire to provide gentle, compassionate care for pets in the boarding facility.

Job Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years old

• Ability to follow low stress handling techniques

• With training, be able to read animal body language

• Able to work independently and without supervision

• Has an upbeat and outgoing personality with ability to work with a variety of personalities

• Enjoys working with people and able to effectively communicate with clients in person, over the phone and electronically

• High attention to detail

• Problem solving skills

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment and multi-task

• Comfortable using a windows-based computer software program

• Flexible schedule including weekend, evening, and holiday hours

• Ability to stand for long periods of time and able to lift 40#

• Reliable transportation

What We Offer

VCA Animal Wellness Center has fun and challenging opportunities in an upscale full-service veterinary clinic that offers luxury boarding, daycare, training, grooming and veterinary medical services. As a member of the VCA family you will have the ability to explore career options that only VCA can offer such as continuing education, transfer options, specialization and leadership opportunities. Employees receive competitive compensation with a comprehensive benefits package which includes a generous pet care discount for your personal pet(s).

If you are a current associate, you will need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits: We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation/sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!

The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development)

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at vcacareers.com