What are the responsibilities and job description for the People & Culture Coordinator position at Adventure Is Barking?
Love people. Love dogs. Help us build an incredible workplace.
Adventure is Barking is looking for a People & Culture Coordinator to help us create an amazing experience for both our employees and our clients.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, is highly organized, and wants to grow into a Human Resources career. While previous HR experience is certainly helpful, we’re much more interested in finding the right person than the perfect résumé.
If you’re motivated, eager to learn, and excited to make a difference every day, we’d love to meet you.
One to two days each week, you’ll also work at our front desk. We believe the best People & Culture professionals stay connected to the day-to-day operations of the business and the people they support.
Must love dogs. That’s non-negotiable.
What You’ll Do
People & Culture
- Assist with recruiting, interviewing, and hiring new team members.
- Coordinate onboarding and help new employees feel welcome and prepared.
- Maintain employee files and HR records.
- Help coordinate training, employee communication, and team events.
- Support employee engagement and workplace culture initiatives.
- Assist leadership with scheduling interviews, documentation, and HR projects.
- Coordinate payroll and benefits information with our outside partners.
- Learn and grow into additional HR responsibilities over time.
- Help keep our team organized, informed, and supported.
Reception & Client Experience
- Work one to two reception shifts each week.
- Welcome clients and their dogs with exceptional customer service.
- Answer phones, emails, and scheduling questions.
- Assist with check-in and check-out.
- Help support the daily operations of the facility.
Who You Are
You genuinely enjoy helping people.
You’re organized, dependable, and proactive. You communicate well, enjoy learning new things, and aren’t afraid to ask questions.
You take pride in keeping things organized, solving problems, and making people’s day a little easier.
You thrive in a fast-paced environment where every day looks a little different and enjoy being part of a collaborative team.
Most importantly, you’re excited to grow alongside a company that is continuing to evolve.
We’d Love If You Have
- Experience in customer service, administration, hospitality, retail, recruiting, office support, or Human Resources.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Confidence using computers and learning new software.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- A positive attitude and willingness to jump in wherever needed.
- The ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
- A love for dogs and a desire to work in a dog-friendly environment.
If you’re someone who enjoys working with people, loves staying organized, and wants to build a career in People & Culture, we encourage you to apply.
Why Adventure is Barking?
We’re more than a dog daycare.
We’re a team of trainers, caregivers, educators, and problem-solvers who believe our people are our greatest asset. We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees can grow professionally while making a meaningful impact on the lives of dogs and their families.
This is more than an administrative position—it’s an opportunity to help shape the future of our company while building a rewarding career of your own.
What We Offer
- Starting salary of approximately $50,000 per year, based on experience. Potential for fast opportunities for growth.
- Benefits package
- Paid Time Off
- Employee discounts
- Bring your Dog to Work
- Professional development and mentorship
- Opportunities for advancement as you grow into the role
- A supportive, team-focused culture
- Dogs. Every. Single. Day.
We’re not looking for someone who has done everything before. We’re looking for someone who’s excited to learn, grow, and help us build a company where great people choose to stay.
Pay: $48,000.00 - $52,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you understand that this is a hybrid role with a primary focus on Human Resources, while also including receptionist responsibilities?
- Do you have any formal Human Resources experience in a professional workplace?
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000 - $52,000