Camp Bow Wow located in Elmhurst, IL is looking for Full-Time Dog Handlers for our AM and PM shifts. We are seeking passionate professionals who will care for our campers as if they're your own beloved pups! Candidates should be comfortable interacting with dogs of all sizes and a range of temperaments. While we do not accept aggressive dogs, plenty of our campers are young and still learning manners and proper play. Our counselors must be prepared to be barked at, bumped around, and jumped on occasionally. You will be tasked with managing groups of up to 25 dogs, maintaining a safe and clean space. Counselors are also tasked with keeping our facilities tidy for clients and their pets. This includes cleaning cabins, play yards, public spaces, and the area surrounding our building. All counselors are trained to perform basic grooming and first aid for dogs. Counselors who master basic dog care and managements duties can qualify for more advanced training. Progressing to higher levels and taking on more advanced tasks come with potential for corresponding pay increases. Please send us your resume and cover letter if you are interested in joining our team!
We have full time and part time positions available.
The full time shift schedule consists of 4 weekdays plus one weekend shift each week. Hours 32-40Hr/week.
The part time shift schedule consists of 2-3 weekday shifts plus one weekend shift each week. Hours 18-32Hr/week.
Morning shifts are from 6:30AM - 1PM.
Afternoon shifts are 12:45PM - 7:15PM.
Doubles on occasion 6:30/7AM - 7:15PM.
Good candidates will have experience working in a kennel, veterinary office or have extensive personal dog handling and training skills. Please include a cover letter explaining your dog experience and how your work experience applies to the job requirements below:
Requirements
- Professional experience working with dogs in a daycare or boarding facility, as a vet tech, or vet assistant is preferred, or extensive personal dog experience.
- Must be able to work one weekend day per week and be available to work on most holidays.
- Reliable and on-time
- Capable of very active and physical work including spending most of the day on your feet, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching and reaching. Must be able to lift, transport, and handle 50 pounds.
- High school graduate or GED required.
- Paid time off
- Health benefits (for full time positions)
- Bring your dog to work (upon passing temperment evaluation)
Pay Frequency:
This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:
- Dependable -- more reliable than spontaneous
- Adaptable/flexible -- enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction
- Detail-oriented -- would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $15.00 per hour
Expected hours: 18 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Elmhurst, IL 60126 (Required)
Work Location: In person
