CANINE COACH
Would you like to be able to bring your dog to work? That’s right, bring your furry friend to work with you! Dogtopia, the industry leader in dog daycare, boarding, and spa services has an opening for an energetic, organized individual to be the star of our playroom as a Canine Coach. Training is provided for this position and we have both full-time and part-time positions available.
Must be 18+ and have reliable transportation to and from work!
Bring your dog to work!
Core Competencies:
· Consistent and timely attendance
· Ability to learn dog recognition
· Completion of all E-learning platforms
· Proper door control in all rooms
· Safety is always number 1!
Qualifications:
· Must love dogs
· Ability to spend up to 100% of work time standing
· Ability to work flexible days and hours, including holidays and weekends
· Ability to work cohesively with others in a fun, fast paced environment
· Strong customer service skills
· Ability to “own” a room of dogs
Personal Characteristics:
· Detail oriented
· Quick thinker
· Emotionally intelligent
· Outgoing, enthusiastic by nature
· Fun-loving
· Strong observance skills
· Strong multitasker
· Excellent communicator
Have Fun on Camera!
· Maintain control of large groups of dogs
· All rooms are equipped with cameras for pet parents to stay engaged
· Caring for all furry friends as if they were a part of your family
· Keep data accurate with current dogs
· Engage, Play and Enjoy the furry friends!
The rules by which we, as Dogtopians live by are:
- 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!
Health
· Will learn how to identify dog breeds and behaviors
· Report dog scuffles right when they occur for safe wound cleaning if needed
· Work with team to assure our Quality of Care sets the standards for dog care
Clean and Safe Environment
· Ensure our furry friends are always in a safe and clean environment we take pride in working as a team to get all the nitty gritty complete
· Maintain a vigorous cleaning schedule, along with holding themselves and team accountable to the Dogtopia’s safety and cleaning standards
· Inventory management of cleaning, dog and First Aid supplies
· Dismisses dogs proactively with ongoing behavior issues and monitors action plans to retain those with minor issues
As the Canine Coach you are responsible to work closely with our furry friends in creating a safe and fun environment while still setting the highest standards and satisfaction of our customers.'
Job Type: Part-time
Pay: From $16.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 30 per week
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid training
Application Question(s):
- Are you 18 years of age or older?
What previous experience do you have with dogs?
- We are looking for people willing to work M-F 6:45am-12:30pm (morning shift), 1:45pm- 7:30pm (afternoon shift), Saturday and Sunday, Morning Shift (6:45- 12:30) or/and Afternoon Shift (3:00pm- 7:30pm)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Required)
- Day Shift (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Fishkill, NY 12524 (Required)
Work Location: In person
