General Summary of Job

The Canine Attendant is responsible for the supervision, control and management of daycare dogs and ensuring the safety of the playgroup. Employee is also responsible for the maintenance and cleaning of the playrooms as well as other areas of the facility as assigned. Average hours per week will be 17-25 with some potential for more. Tuesday-Friday from 2:30pm-5:30pm is the main needed shift.

Primary Duties

1. Dog Management

• Interact with dogs in playgroups using appropriate toys and tools to ensure safe levels of play and minimizing stress levels of all dogs in playgroup.
• Maintain visual observation of dogs at all times and spread attention and play among all dogs in playgroup. Control level of play by following dog management and control procedures and instructions provided by management.Use proper dog handling techniques as instructed by management.Use proper dog introduction procedures.Use appropriate praise and dog correction methods.Ensure you know all dogs in playgroup and can properly identify them. If not, request assistance from other staff or management.Watch all new dogs carefully and immediately consult with management if you have concerns.For all dogs in playgroup, report any unusual behavior, or eliminations and injuries to management immediately.Ensure that all staff that relieve you for break or shift change know all dogs in group, the special needs dog status and any unusual behaviors or concerns you have been managing during your shift.Review information on the “playgroup” clipboard before start of shift and comply with instructions.Complete dog incident reports timely when required. If you are not sure whether a report is required check with management.
• 2. Cleaning Duties
• Complete general cleaning duties as assigned
• Scoop dog waste immediately and dispose of it as instructedMop up accidents immediatelyDust mopping/wet mopping floors as assigned.
• 3. Office Duties
• Greeting customers and bringing dogs into playroom
• Handling paymentsTracking dog attendance as neededOther general office duties as needed
• Minimum Experience, Skills, Certification or Academic Background Required
• High school graduate or GED preferred
• Good oral communication skillsPrevious work experience demonstrating dependabilityPrevious experience providing animal care (personal or job related) preferred, but not requiredSelf motivated, independent workerProven ability to follow instructions and learn new thingsAbility to work in a team environmentDemonstrated flexibility

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $12.50 per hour

Expected hours: 17 – 25 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Shift:

• 4 hour shift
• No nights

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person