Top 141 Animal behavior Jobs in Chicago, Il

Kennel Manager
The Gold Leash —Carol Stream, IL
- $17 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Daily Dog Walker
Loving Care 4 Pets —Winnetka, IL
- $20 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Driver's License
- Communication skills
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Pet Care Technician (Part Time)
North Shore K-9 —Glenview, IL
- $15 - $17 an hour
- Part-time
- English
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Driver's License
- Flexible schedule
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Pet Hotel-Dog Guest Services Shift Lead
Wag Hotels —Schiller Park, IL
- $19.10 - $20.60 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Animal Keeper-McCormick Birdhouse
Lincoln Park Zoological Society —Chicago, IL
- $31.06 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Current TB test
- Word processing
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching
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Dog Daycare Attendant
CHI-PUPS Intermediate Holdings LLC —Chicago, IL
- $17.05 - $21.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Dog Daycare Attendant- Lakeview
CHI-PUPS Intermediate Holdings LLC —Chicago, IL
- $17.05 - $21.00 an hour
- Full-time
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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GRAF Animal Technologist
The University of Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $21.63 - $28.85 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- Background check
- Pass drug screening
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Pet Care Handler
Pet Care Plus —Chicago, IL
- From $17.05 an hour
- Childcare
- No experience needed
- Warehouse experience
- Opportunities for advancement
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Experienced Dog Walker
Paws For Walks Chicago —Chicago, IL
- $13 - $25 an hour + tips
- Part-time
- Background check
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 21 years or older
- Paid training
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Pet Care Specialist
Posh Pet Club —Chicago, IL
- $17.00 - $18.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- In-person
- 1 year
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Shelter Experience & Adoptions Manager
Tree House Humane Society —Chicago, IL
- $53,830 - $63,250 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Merchandising
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Overnight Kennel Attendant
Hill Family Pet Care —Chicago, IL
- $17 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Customer service
- Outdoor work
- Paid training
- On-the-job training
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Primates - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $15.90 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Retirement plan
10d
Animal Care Specialist
Petco —Chicago, IL
- $17 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Merchandising
- Basic math
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Dog Handler & Daycare Attendant @ The Dog Stop
The Dog Stop Bucktown —Chicago, IL
- $16.60 - $16.61 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Customer service
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- High school diploma or GED
- Opportunities for advancement
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Herps - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)
Brookfield Zoo Chicago —Brookfield, IL
- $15.90 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 18 years or older
- High school diploma or GED
- Driver's License
- Retirement plan
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Aquarist - Lakes, Rivers, Coasts
Shedd Aquarium —Chicago, IL
- $26 - $28 an hour
- Email
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Wellness program
- Health savings account
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Dog Walking Professional - Part time
Windy City Paws —Chicago, IL
- $250 - $350 a week
- Part-time
- Dedicated
- 18 years or older
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Paid training
- 401(k)
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Dog Trainer
CHI-PUPS Intermediate Holdings LLC —Chicago, IL
- $17 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Organizational skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Kennel Manager

The Gold Leash -
Carol Stream, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$17 - $20 an hour

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
On-the-job training
Employee discount
Opportunities for advancement

Qualifications

Kennel experience
Customer communication
Supervising experience
Attention to detail
Dog handling
Animal care
Cleaning

Full Job Description

Join The Gold Leash as a Kennel Manager

Are you an experienced leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment and knows how to build high-performing teams?

The Gold Leash Pet Hotel & Daycare is seeking an experienced Kennel Manager to help lead our growing team. This is a leadership position for individuals with proven management experience who can motivate employees, maintain operational excellence, and deliver an exceptional experience for both pets and their owners.

As one of the area's fastest-growing luxury pet care companies, we're looking for leaders who want to grow with us. With our third location opening from the ground up within the next year, there will be exciting opportunities for career advancement and leadership development.

Please Read Before Applying

This is a management position. Previous management or supervisory experience is required.

If you do not have leadership or management experience, we encourage you to apply for our Animal Technician (Pet Tech) position instead. We are always looking for great people to grow within our company, but applications without relevant management experience will not be considered for this role.

Responsibilities

As a Kennel Manager, you will:

Lead, coach, and develop a team of Animal Technicians
Foster a positive, accountable, and professional team culture
Maintain employee morale and engagement
Ensure exceptional communication between staff, clients, and leadership
Oversee the daily operations of boarding, daycare, and the facility
Provide outstanding front desk support and customer service to pet parents
Answer phones and assist customers with reservations for boarding, daycare, grooming, and other services
Feed pets according to their individualized feeding instructions and schedules
Safely administer medications as directed and maintain accurate medication records
Monitor pets for changes in health or behavior and communicate concerns promptly
Maintain accurate client and pet records
Ensure the facility meets The Gold Leash's standards of cleanliness, safety, and animal care
Train, coach, and hold team members accountable to company policies and procedures
Resolve customer concerns professionally while delivering a luxury customer experience
Identify operational challenges and implement solutions to keep the day running smoothly
Lead by example while actively working alongside your team throughout each shift

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate has:

Previous management or supervisory experience (required)
Exceptional communication and customer service skills
Strong leadership and team-building abilities
Excellent time management and organizational skills
The ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment
Experience coaching, motivating, and holding team members accountable
Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
A calm, professional attitude under pressure

Management experience in pet care, veterinary medicine, boarding, daycare, hospitality, restaurant, retail, or other customer service-focused industries is highly preferred.

Work Environment

This is a fast-paced, hands-on leadership position comparable to managing a busy restaurant. Managers are expected to lead by example and actively work alongside their team throughout the day. You'll spend much of your shift on your feet, multitasking, assisting customers, handling pets, solving problems, and supporting your team to ensure every guest receives exceptional care.

Benefits

Competitive pay based on experience
Monthly bonus opportunities
Tip pool participation
Free 10-day daycare package every quarter
20% employee discount on services and retail
40 hours of Paid Time Off (full-time employees)
25% company contribution toward BCBS health insurance (full-time employees)

Grow With Us

At The Gold Leash, we're building more than a pet care company—we're building a team of exceptional leaders. If you're an experienced manager who enjoys developing people, creating efficient operations, delivering outstanding customer service, and leading by example, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of The Gold Leash as we continue to grow.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount
On-the-job training
Opportunities for advancement
Paid time off

Application Question(s):

Why would you like to work for The Gold Leash?
Do you have experience in working with dogs in a kennel setting?
How many hours a week are you looking for?
How soon can you start?
Are you comfortable working any shift between 5:00 AM and 8:00 PM
What does your availability look like?

Experience:

Manager: 1 year (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

Carol Stream, IL 60188 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Carol Stream, IL 60188: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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animal behavior jobs in chicago, il

Kennel Manager

Daily Dog Walker

Pet Care Technician (Part Time)

Pet Hotel-Dog Guest Services Shift Lead

Animal Keeper-McCormick Birdhouse

Dog Daycare Attendant

Dog Daycare Attendant- Lakeview

GRAF Animal Technologist

Pet Care Handler

Experienced Dog Walker

Pet Care Specialist

Shelter Experience & Adoptions Manager

Overnight Kennel Attendant

Primates - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)

Animal Care Specialist

Dog Handler & Daycare Attendant @ The Dog Stop

Herps - Animal Care Specialist (Seasonal)

Aquarist - Lakes, Rivers, Coasts

Dog Walking Professional - Part time

Dog Trainer

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