This position DOES require previous experience working with dogs but does NOT require that experience to be in a dog daycare setting. If you do not have previous experience, please apply to our "Playroom Support" position instead.

At Dogtopia of Madison West, we believe that every dog deserves regular daycare. Our professional, knowledgeable team enriches dogs' lives by providing a safe, fun and stimulating environment for them to learn, exercise and socialize and most importantly, to find the sense of purpose that all dogs crave.

Our Noble Cause:

To enhance the joy of dog parenthood and to enable dogs to positively change the world.

Our Dogtopia-isms:

• We LOVE life unconditionally like a dog
• We STAY loyal to our pack.
• We CHASE the absolute highest standards of safety.
• We PLAY to our fullest potential.
• We TREAT every day like it’s the Most Exciting Day Ever!

Position Requirement & Training Period

We offer extensive training in dog body language and behavior. This position has a probationary training period which includes orientation to the business as a whole, regular check-ins with leadership, a structured educational program, and experiential, hands-on learning with our professional staff.

What We Offer Our Employees

• Eligibility for group health, vision, and dental plans for full-time employees with 50% employer contribution.
• Free dog daycare on the days you work, discounted daycare on days you do not
• Discounted boarding, training, and spa/grooming for personal dogs
• Employee Referral Bonuses up to $400
• Positive, supportive team culture
• Career progression based on performance and interest
• Education wage incentives and loyalty gifts
• Flexible scheduling based on availability and preference
• Custom training curriculum approved for continuing education credits by the IAABC and CCPDT
• Full time, part time, and seasonal work available

Position Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe playgroup of off-leash dogs in open play
• Care for all canines as if they were a part of your family. Engage, play and enjoy the dogs' company.
• Engage in positive reinforcement play management
• Support staffing by engaging job shadows with their in-room experience and through new staff training
• Keep playrooms clean of messes at all times including but not limited to mopping, sweeping, trash, and more
• Complete appropriate cleaning procedures and tasks to close down the playroom and prepare it for the next shift
• Respond to and resolve canine safety concerns and complete detailed and accurate reporting
• Accurately retrieve and dispense food and medication and follow proper cleaning and storing of feeding dishes
• Review canine development plans, apply strategies, and update communication logs every shift
• Complete Behavior and Activity Logs for each dog in assigned playroom
• Report dog health and behavior issues right away to ensure communication to pet parents
• Report any maintenance that needs to be addressed or broken items.
• Complete any curriculum specific to the playroom needs or other enrichment activities.
• Feed dogs meals including breakfasts, lunches, and dinners.
• Collaborate with Behavior Coaches to be consistent with a dog's Behavior Modification Plan.
• Maintain confidentiality in Dogtopia practices and all aspects of the business

Shift Availability EXAMPLES

Monday – Friday: 6:00 – 12:30 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 6:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; 9:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Sunday: 6:45 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.; 1:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

More About Us:

Dogtopia of Madison West has three large and bright, temperature-controlled indoor playrooms complete with canine play equipment, rubber flooring (for joint health), pet-safe cleaning products designed for canine open-play, and trained caregivers who use positive reinforcement to help dogs succeed. We have two large outdoor playgrounds complete with hypoallergenic Doggie turf, summertime shade, play equipment, and water games. Our facilities are also equipped with an air purification system designed to kill bacteria, mold, and viruses, including the SARS-coV-2 virus that causes COVID-19.

We chase the absolute highest standards of safety in everything we do! Our goal is to make sure all pups in our care are happy, safe and comfortable. We pledge 100% transparency to our pet parents. Each of our playrooms and outdoor play areas come equipped with high definition, live webcams.

We also believe strongly in enabling dogs to have a positive impact on the world. We support our local community and also raise funds for the Dogtopia Foundation, our national 501(3)(c) non-profit foundation that focuses on employing adults with Autism, youth literacy and sponsoring service dogs for Veterans.

Please take a moment to watch this short video to learn more about the brand: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9FONo1u85eY.

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees eligible

Work Remotely

• No

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
• Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
• Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
• Achievement-oriented -- enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail
• Autonomous/Independent -- enjoys working with little direction
• Innovative -- prefers working in unconventional ways or on tasks that require creativity
• High stress tolerance -- thrives in a high-pressure environment

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Day range:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work setting:

• In-person

Work Location: In person