Dog Care Attendant (Pop-up Location)

PARK-9 Dog Bar is planning to open its seasonal pop-up location in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston for its second year (Pending City approval). Park-9 is a new, unique destination for dogs and their pet parents. We are looking for caring Dog Park Rangers who are willing to help launch a new concept in dog and human hospitality.

Reporting to the Assistant Venue Manager, the Dog Park Ranger is responsible for providing a safe, healthy, and stimulating environment for dogs during their dog park visits. This position requires excellent customer service skills, as well as knowledge of dog behavior and care, and ultimately a love of and respect for our canine customers.

We do require a positive attitude, outgoing personality, dedication to providing an unparalleled experience for our clientele, and, of course, a love of dogs.

Responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Dog Park

· Maintain a clean environment within the dog care area, including cleaning up & disposing of any waste

· Monitor behavior of dogs within the Dog Park, to ensure maximum safety of both dogs and patrons

· Alert owners to any dog behavior that is problematic or undesirable

· Observe dogs’ behaviors and proactively intercede to avoid aggressive or problematic behaviors

· May be required to check in and check out dogs according to established needed procedures, including monitoring and restocking supplies

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Minimum of 1 year professional experience of dog-handling, preferably in group environment
• Basic knowledge of dog body language
• High School graduate or GED required
• Demonstrated excellence in Customer Service
• Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing to staff, leadership and customers
• Demonstrated ability to supervise dogs, while ensuring their safety
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task and handle stress
• Able to work in a bar atmosphere, loud sounds .
• Will be required to pass training course upon hire

Physical Abilities

· Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods

· Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

Physical stamina to play with, exercise and manage dogs

· Must be available to work evenings, weekends and holidays

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.60 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Evening shift

Work Days:

• Every weekend
• Holidays

Ability to Commute:

• Boston, MA 02215 (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Boston, MA 02215: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $18