Who we’re looking for:

Animal Care Intake Manager

Who we are:

Animal Friends of the Valleys (AFV) is the leading animal shelter for the cities of Temecula, Murrieta, Lake Elsinore, Menifee, Canyon Lake and Wildomar, and small parts of Riverside County. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit providing top-quality animal welfare and animal control services for our client cities. If you are looking for a way to make a difference and not just a job, AFV is exactly what you’re looking for!

What you will be doing:

Directly supervise assigned Animal Care staff, including the Health Check Department in coordination with Animal Care Center Manager
Daily oversight of kennel operations to include intake, animal care, feeding and cleaning of kennels and animal shelter enclosures
Scheduling, training, hiring, performance reviews, conflict resolution and other managerial duties for assigned staff
Lots of interaction with dogs, cats, and some bunnies
Ensuring all staff provide maximum standard of care to all animals in the Shelter
Alerts the Executive Director, Operations Manager and staff to potential population crisis, disease epidemics, or other factors that may affect the health and welfare of the animals under AFV care
Maintain current knowledge of the Shelter animal population and status
Assume kennel attendant tasks including cleaning, sanitation and client service as needed

What you’ll need:

REQUIRED: One of the following documented certifications: Veterinary Assistant, Veterinary Technician or Registered Veterinary Technician (RVT)
Strong experience and knowledge in conducting health exams for incoming animals
Ability to make decisions regarding the care and welfare of animals
Minimum of 2 years of managerial experience in an animal care / veterinary organization
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships and teamwork both within the Animal Care staff and with other departments
Current certification to conduct animal euthanasia, or completion of certification to conduct animal euthanasia within 3 months from date of selection
A love of admin and paperwork - or strong administrative and clerical management skills
Ability to clean, lift, bend, walk and handle animals, supplies and equipment
Ability to maintain the confidential information of clients
Ability to remain calm and efficiently lead under fast-paced, high-stress work periods
Excellent, courteous customer service demeanor and skills with AFV staff and clients

What can we offer you?

- $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

Training courses and continuing education
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, insurance benefits available.
Colonial Voluntary Insurance
403B Retirement Savings (Think 401K for non-profits.)
Uniform / Scrubs Allowance
Extensive Employee Discount Program to help you save money on a wide variety of products and services.
Employee Assistance Program to help you through life’s challenges, including counseling and coaching services; assistance with legal, financial and career questions; and so much more!

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