Kennel Manager
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Outdoor/Nature/Animal Care
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Management
Program / Project Manager
Chena Hot Springs Resort is looking for an experienced Musher to join our Dog Yard Crew as Manager. This is an extremely physically demanding position and heavy lifting and constant movement are expected daily.
The Manager will be expected to lead the team and ensure the following tasks are done daily:
Feed 80+ dogs twice a day
Water 80+ dogs
Feed goats and horses
Shovel waste from the Kennel
Light cleaning and stocking of the Visitor's Center
Projects - painting, construction of dog houses, Kennel improvements
Operate Dog Mushing rides
Run the Kennel Tour, a 45-minute informational tour.
Communicate with each individual guest for a personalized experience
Issue medication for various animals
The Kennel Manager will be responsible for:
Coordinating and overseeing operations for running tours
Training and supervising other dog yard workers
Developing and enforcing kennel policies and procedures
Ensuring the animals are groomed, fed, exercised, and generally cared for
Monitoring the behavior of the animals
Communicating with our Activities department to ensure tours are being sold and fulfilled
Requirements:
Must know how to mush and feel comfortable enough to train it to completely inexperienced employees
Basic veterinary know-how
Proven leadership experience
This position offers free single-occupancy housing with a communal bathroom as well as two hot meals a day and breakfast cereals. All activities we offer our guests we encourage our employees to do as well, including access to hot springs. Employees have access to guest shuttles provided room is available
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