College Student School-Year Job: Dog Daycare Attendant
Pay: $13.00–$15.00 per hour
Looking for a steady job that can work around your college class schedule?
The Barker Lounge is hiring dependable college students for part-time, school-year positions caring for dogs at our Alpharetta daycare and boarding facility. This is a great opportunity for students who love animals, want consistent income during the academic year, and can commit to a reliable weekly schedule.
We can schedule employees for consistent morning shifts, afternoon shifts, or specific weekdays based on their established class schedule. However, availability must remain generally consistent from week to week.
Schedule and Availability
- Approximately 26–32.5 hours per week
- Usually four to five shifts per week
- At least one weekend shift is required
- Two weekend shifts are strongly preferred when possible
- Employees may work consistent mornings, afternoons, or designated weekdays
- Applicants must be able to maintain a dependable, preset weekly schedule
- Additional hours may be available during school breaks, holidays, and busy travel periods
- We are ideally looking for students who can remain with us throughout the full academic year
- Additional hours or full-time opportunities may also be available
Our regular shifts are:
- Morning: 6:25 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
- Afternoon: 12:50 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING
To be considered, you must complete The Barker Lounge online employment application:
https://thebarkerlounge.com/alpharetta/employment-application
Applications submitted only through Indeed will not be reviewed.
Dog Daycare Attendant ResponsibilitiesDog Care and Group Management
- Help manage the safety, activity, and well-being of an assigned group of dogs
- Learn the names, personalities, and behaviors of the dogs in your care
- Monitor dog interactions and maintain a safe play environment
- Clean up after dogs throughout the shift
- Learn and follow our dog behavior, communication, and safety procedures
Cleaning and Facility Responsibilities
Caring for dogs also requires substantial cleaning. Team members must be willing to:
- Clean playrooms, outdoor yards, kennels, and common areas
- Mop, sweep, scrub, disinfect, and remove waste
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and comfortable facility for the dogs
Qualifications
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Genuine interest in the health, safety, and well-being of dogs
- Dependable and able to arrive on time for early-morning or afternoon shifts
- Able to remain active and on your feet throughout the shift
- Alert, responsible, hardworking, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment
- Able to commit to a consistent weekly schedule
- Previous kennel, daycare, veterinary, or animal-care experience is helpful but not required
About The Barker Lounge
The Barker Lounge is committed to providing the same level of care and attention that families should expect from a trusted childcare provider. Our Dog Daycare Attendants—also called Group Leaders—are responsible for keeping the dogs in their care safe, engaged, comfortable, and well supervised.
No previous professional dog-care experience is required. We provide training in dog behavior, communication, group management, and facility procedures. Employees who demonstrate strong reliability, judgment, and leadership may have opportunities to advance beyond this entry-level position.
How to Apply
Complete our online application at:
https://thebarkerlounge.com/alpharetta/employment-application
Job types: Part-time
Expected hours: 26–32.5 per week
Pay: $13.00 - $15.00 per hour
Benefits:
Ability to Commute:
- Alpharetta, GA 30004 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Alpharetta, GA 30004: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
