What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Daycare Pack Leader position at Zen Dogs Center, LLC?
Is working with dogs your dream job?! Zen Dogs is looking for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team, and be part of our vision of bringing balance into play.
We are currently looking for a dog daycare leader for part-time hours (10-20/week). The amount of hours per week is negotiable/flexible depending on the candidate. Candidate must be available to work 4-6 hour shifts between 7 am - 6 pm. Prior experience in dog daycare/managing dog playgroups is preferred, but not required. Candidates will also be extensively trained in dog behavior & play management upon hire.
The Zen "Rufferee" is responsible for the supervision, control and management of day care dogs and ensuring fun and safety of the playgroup, as well as other associated tasks within dog daycare including baths, nail trims, birthday parties and other VIP add-ons, and the cleaning of dog nap rooms and play gyms.
If you are interested in applying, please email us your Resume to: info@zendogscenter.com For a more detailed description of both our ideal candidate and what we offer as a company, please visit zendogscenter.com (contact > employment).
Job Responsibilities:
The ideal Rufferee will:
- Enjoy interacting with dogs of all breeds and sizes.
- Be Reliable, Punctual, and Dedicated.
- Be positive and upbeat, and enjoy working with a team of like-minded individuals who love what we do!
- Have experience working with dogs and knowledge of reading basic dog body language.
- Take responsibility with cleaning up dog messes throughout the day, and maintaining a clean work and play environment.
- Perform positive, reward-based and relationship-based training methods.
- Have the ability to operate in a fast paced environment, and be able to be on your feet for long periods of time.
- Be able lift up to 50 pounds, and perform various activities with the dogs which will sometimes require you to run, jump, bend, crawl, carry, and of course~smile at all times!
- Spend time with the dogs both indoors and outdoors all year round, so must be able to work outdoors and dress appropriately in all types of weather.
- Have excellent team player & communication skills.
- Maintain a harmonious, positive energy.
- Have the ability to solve problems, take direction, and react quickly.
- Follows the 3 C’s of the Zen Dogs training philosophy: Calm – Clear – Consistent.
We are pleased to offer the following benefits to our team members:
- Vision/Dental and health insurance stipend (part-time & full-time)
- Accrued Vacation Pay (full-time)
- Every day is "Bring Your Dog to Work" Day!
- Pet First Aid/CPR Training
- Wunderdog & Dog Guru Course to learn dog behavior/body language
- Attend a Wunderdog Training class with your dog for FREE, then discounted rates!
Salary: Starts at $15/hour. Hourly rate based on experience.
Thank you for considering to join out team, and we are excited for you to apply!
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 20 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Shift:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Afternoon shift
- Morning shift
- No nights
- Split shift
Work Days:
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Work Location: In person
Salary : $15