What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kennel Assistant position at Betsy's Boarding Kennel?
Betsy’s Boarding Kennel has an open part-time position for weekends. Candidates with animal care, kennel or veterinary experience will be prioritized. For almost 40 years we’ve been providing exceptional service to our community with high standards for cleanliness, safety and compassion in caring for animals. Our employees work together as a strong performing, supportive team.
The job entails:
- Front Office - interacting with customers, answering the phone, scheduling appointments.
- Cleaning - kennel runs, kennel yards, kennel and shop working areas, laundry, sanitizing
- Taking care of animals - feeding, watering, exercising, monitoring their well-being and providing attention and care. May assist with bathing.
- Must have sufficient physical strength, mobility, and stamina to be constantly moving, lift pets and heavy objects.
- Ability and desire to learn and provide exceptional animal care and customer service.
- Collaborative and supportive working style
Schedule: 10-hour shift Saturday, 8-hour shift Sunday, paid 1-hour lunch.
Ideal candidates will have experience in a boarding/kennel, shelter or animal care setting. Prior experience is not necessary, but enthusiasm and a good work ethic is! Only candidates that fully complete the screening questions and demonstrate excellent communication skills will be considered.
Background check and references will be required.
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Shift:
- 10 hour shift
Work Days:
- Holidays
- Weekends only
Application Question(s):
- Please write a paragraph explaining your interest in the position, your exposure and experience caring for animals or relevant work experience. This question is required to answer.
Work Location: In person
Salary : $13