Assistant General Manager

About the role

Do you love pets, people, and leading teams? Are you energized by building a great culture, driving results, and growing your career in operations leadership? NVA Pet Resorts is looking for a hands-on full-time Assistant General Manager to help lead our No Leash Needed – West resort in Valley Park, Missouri.

Responsibilities

• Leadership and Culture Model NVA values and leadership competencies through your daily leadership behaviors
• Coach and develop Shift Leads and Team Members to build capability and confidence
• Recognize strong performance and address concerns promptly, fairly, and consistently
• Partner with the General Manager to create an engaging workplace culture
• Operations And Guest Experience Maintain operational excellence across pet care, facility standards, cleanliness, and safety
• Lead 1 to 2 shifts per week as Manager on Duty to set expectations and inspect results
• Ensure effective staffing and shift execution while following scheduling and labor guidelines
• Resolve customer concerns with empathy, professionalism, and a solutions mindset
• Ensure teams are trained and proficient across all resort tasks and operating standards
• Execute daily audits, checklists, and end-of-shift reporting across departments
• Sales, Marketing, and Business Performance Support execution of corporate marketing programs and local lead-generation efforts
• Help drive proactive lead management and conversion tactics to grow memberships and services
• Build relationships with local businesses, community groups, and referral sources
• Support digital outreach efforts across social media, website, and email to capture and nurture leads
• Track lead activity and results to improve conversion and overall performance
• Financial and Performance Management Help implement and execute the resort’s data-driven plan tied to KPIs and budget targets
• Review key performance indicators (sales, leads, conversion, labor, expenses, customer satisfaction)
• Take action on trends and gaps
• Support budgeting, scheduling, and expense management to meet performance expectations
• Help develop Shift Leads’ understanding of performance metrics so they can make informed decisions
• Team and Talent Management Partner with the General Manager on recruiting, hiring, onboarding, and training
• Ensure completion of required training and certification programs for all team members
• Support performance management through clear expectations, timely feedback, and corrective action when needed
• Maintain a pipeline of qualified talent and support strong retention through engagement practices
• Address team member concerns in a timely, respectful, and solutions-focused way

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• 2 to 4 years of customer service experience (leadership experience is a plus)
• Strong communication skills and comfort leading teams in a hands-on environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and point-of-sale systems
• Availability to work up to 45 to 50 hours per week, including evenings and weekends
• Valid driver’s license, current insurance (including comprehensive and collision), and a vehicle you are willing to transport a pet in during an emergency

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) with employer match
• HSA and FSA options
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness plans
• Career growth within a rapidly expanding organization
• A workplace where pets are part of the family

Compensation

The salary range for this position is $43,000 - $46,000 and is based on applicable experience.