Kennels Assistant Manager

About this role

Who May Apply: Open to those with SOFA Sponsorship. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 10/23/2026 The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is US Citizens and legal US residents in Okinawa, Japan.

Legal US residents must possess a social security number and be citizens of a NATO country. Must be able to provide documentation proving residence status overseas. Business Based Action Family Member Preference Military Spouse Preference Outside Applicant Veteran Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).

You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Applicant must have 3 years of progressive experience and/or previous employment overseeing an operation with program planning, workforce management, and resource protection.

Ability to supervise, train, and schedule subordinates or have experience which shows the potential to develop these qualities. Proficiency with using office automation software such as Microsoft Office, including Power Point, Word, Access, and Excel is required. Progressive experience in payroll processing with a wide variety of actions requiring a widerange of rules, instructions and regulations with little technical supervision.

Knowledge of Kennel operations or related business experience is required. Must have experience working directly with the public. Must have cash handling and safeguarding of funds experience. Experience which has demonstrated the ability to manage a retail operation for profit may include merchandise display and managing inventory levels. Rec Trac system experience is preferred but not required. Successful completion and favorable adjudication of a Tier 1 Level background investigation is required.