Part-Time or Full-Time Dog Lodging Counselor

Columbia IL

Description

Part-Time or Full-Time Dog Lodging Counselor Ideal Candidate: If you love dogs, enjoy working and playing hard, don’t mind getting a little dirty or furry, this job could be for you. Being a Dog Lodging Counselor can be challenging, fun, and most of all rewarding. Brief Description of Position and Responsibilities: Working under the direction of the Shift Supervisor, the individual would be responsible for supervision and care of multiple dogs in key areas; overseeing potty breaks, feeding, medication, maintaining a clean facility and interacting with clients. Qualifications: The position requires someone with a positive attitude, who is reliable, punctual, and detail-oriented with a great work ethic and good communication skills. This is a fun job with hard physical labor as about half the duties involve heavy cleaning (it goes with hosting many dogs). The more important half of the duties is all about the dogs as we place great emphasis on social development of our dogs and making sure they have a fun and enriching time at Howliday Inn. Requirements: Prior dog care experience preferred. Knowledge of dog behavior is helpful, but a passion for animals and animal welfare is a requirement. Job training provided and passing training tests required! Ability to work with a variety of sizes, personalities, and ages of dogs. Job requires heavy cleaning and being on your feet for 5 – 6 hours, 20+ hours per week (morning/day shifts or afternoon/night shifts - NO OVERNIGHT). Must be 18 years old with some prior work history. Must have a valid Driver's License. Benefits: Flexible schedule, fun working environment, dog care discounts, bonuses + various team building lunches. Also, opportunities to make this a full-time position which includes benefits + paid time off. Wage: Starting wage is $11-$13 per hour based on previous professional dog care experience. Work reviews after 60 day probationary period, and opportunities to increase wage rate based on performance. TO APPLY: Email us your resume, provide us with your email address and request an application. The application will be sent to the email address provided and can be submitted via email or in person. Those with the needed qualifications will be contacted for a phone or video interview. Good luck!