Doggie Daycare Assistant

Flatiron Dr near 119nth St, Lafayette CO

Description

Doggie Stays and Getaways is expanding our team and looking for reliable dog lovers to join us! Morning, afternoon and full day shifts available 7 days a week. Shifts run 6am-11:30am and 2:30-7pm. Responsibilities: -Manage the safety, wellness and appropriate social behavior of the pack -Run meal time and administer all medications as needed -Meet with clients throughout day for dropoff and pickup -Facilitate healthy and successful pack integrations to ensure positive social behavior (we provide training) -Be willing to work with 1-2 other people at times as well as solo management of the pack at times -Kennel and facility cleaning -Updating social media sites -Updating calendar with new bookings and client communication via text, email and phone -Managing dog walks on and off leash Job Qualifications: •Able to make at least a 6-month commitment of ideally 3-5 days a week. •Experience: The ideal candidate is an energetic, punctual, reliable and highly organized dog lover. Candidate is wanting to deepen knowledge about dog behavior, dog training (opportunity to grow into role), dog psychology and pack leadership skills. Candidate is also a people person and has excellent client service skills. •Passes a criminal background check and reference check •Comfortable working outside in all weather conditions •Has a reliable vehicle and comfortable driving in snow (dogs still need care on snow days) •Can be a team player yet also an independent leader •Owns a smart phone with a cellular data plan •Can lift up to 75 pounds •Will undergo at least two weeks of hands on training Starting Compensation: $18/hr. Potential raise after 8 months. Potential opportunity to add more hours, grow into a trainer position (if interested), and join our Adventure Getaway Program (where we take dogs out off leash on trails, swimming spots, hiking trails, etc.). Application instructions: **PLEASE RESPOND TO THIS POST AND PROVIDE ALL REQUESTED INFORMATION BELOW** In as many words as you would like, please tell us why you think you are a good fit for the job. Feel free to include a resume, photos or anything else that would help us learn more about you. Speak to any personal or professional experience you have handling, walking, hiking or pet sitting with dogs, as well any area of dog behavior or training you would like to learn more of. Include which work shifts and days work with your schedule, and any other jobs, school, or regular weekly commitments you have or plan to have in the next 6 months and the days/hours of those commitments. Happy Tails!