Dog Handler

4 weeks ago


Chicago, United States Barks N' Rec Full time

**DOG HANDLER - PART-TIME**

Take your enthusiasm for dogs to the next level As a Dog Handler, you will provide responsible care and handling of dogs, supervising play groups, cleaning tasks, and customer service to our clientele and their companions. You will ensure a positive experience by going above and beyond for our guests showcasing a passion for animals and offering a safe play environment. Prior on the job experience with dogs in any capacity is a plus.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Patience - keep calm and collected in high-stress scenarios
- Pet Care Expert - understanding of dog behavior and body language
- Follows safe practices and procedures when introducing dogs
- Ability to read and promote positive canine play
- Excellent communication skills
- Must have a love for dogs and a keen sense for animal safety
- Must be observant
- Must be punctual and reliable
- Feed and medicate dogs accurately
- Mop, sweep, dust, laundry, dishes and any additional cleaning tasks assigned during the shift
- Must be comfortable working with a wide variety of animals including small and large dogs in a group setting
- Supervise dogs during playtime to assure safe play. Must be attentive and be able to monitor dog interactions in a fun and friendly manner
- Learn and identify appropriate and inappropriate dog play behaviors.
- Visually identify and communicate any canine health concerns; including emesis, stool, and injuries - such as small scratches, punctures, redness, and limping.
- Clean up after dogs, including pee, poop and more, and keeping the facility clean
- Additional duties as assigned in an evolving animal care environment including maintenance, social media platforms, and more.

**Key Requirements**
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Experience handling dogs is a plus
- Majority of day is spent standing, walking, bending, kneeling, stooping, crouching, crawling and climbing all day
- Must be able to lift 50 pounds
- Must be able to work around pet hair and dander
- Outgoing, energetic and friendly personality
- High flexibility and ability to adapt to different customers and their needs
- Answer paging promptly with as instructed
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work in a fast moving and dynamic environment
- Experience handling dogs is a plus

**Job Type**: Part-time

Schedule:

- Holidays
- Weekdays
- Weekends

Work Location:

- 1809 W Webster Ave. Chicago, IL

Pay frequency:

- Every other week

Benefit Conditions:

- Not eligible

**Job Type**: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $17.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 - 30 per week

**Benefits**:

- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule

Day range:

- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Shift:

- 10 hour shift
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift

Work setting:

- In-person

**Education**:

- High school or equivalent (required)

**Experience**:

- Dog Handling: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person


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