CURRENT OPENINGS

DOG HANDLER (FULL-TIME)

We have full time and part time positions available. Holiday availability is required for this position and this is a long-term year-round position available to be filled now. Our candidates are hardworking and energetic, has professional experience handling dogs (i.e. vet tech, groomer, trainer's assistant), organized, punctual, and neat. Strong computer skills, excellent memory, and ability to stay and think on your feet are crucial.

Responsibilities for this position include (but aren't limited to!):

Overseeing the care and safety of multiple dogs in our busy daycare and boarding facility. Working with a team, handlers are responsible for the supervision and care of multiple dogs in these key areas: play, feeding/administering medication and basic behavior modification. We will provide necessary extensive training onsite
Ability to stay on feet for hours at a time
Maintaining cleanliness and order throughout the entire facility. Dog handlers must be willing and able to get their hands dirty! A large portion of everyday responsibilities include light to intensive cleaning

Most shifts are 8 hours long and run between 6am and 7pm. Part-time shifts are available as well (6am-11am or 2:30pm-7pm).

FRONT DESK/STORE ASSISTANT (FULL-TIME)

We have full-time and part-time positions available on our highly motivated and enthusiastic front desk team! We are looking for applicants who are highly organized, have excellent communication skills (both on the phone and in person), and possess 2+ years prior experience in customer service.

Responsibilities for this position include (but aren't limited to!):

Creating reservations (via phone, email or in person) using our intricate, compute-based booking software
Accomplishing daily administrative tasks such as: greeting customers, checking dogs in and out of daycare, answering phone and email messages, scanning and filing paperwork etc.
Assisting customers in our retail store by recommending products, answering questions, placing special orders, and ensuring that products appear fully stocked and organized
Leading dogs in and out of the lobby with confidence and expertise (basic dog handling skills will be included in your front desk training

Full-time shifts run from 6am-2:30pm or 10:30am-7pm Monday-Friday. Part-time shifts are 6am-11am or 2:30pm-7pm Monday-Friday.

Weekend and holiday availability is required for this position. These are long-term, year-round positions that are available to be filled now.

HOW TO APPLY

We are thrilled to have you interested in our company. Please follow the process outlined below to apply for a position.

Step 1: Fill out our application

Step 2: Submit your cover letter, resume, and filled out application via email to jobs_playdogvt@outlook.com. Students are required to submit their class schedule as well.

Step 3: Please feel free to follow up on your application via email

Please do not call and do not drop off the paperwork at the facility. Our awesome front desk staff are very busy providing excellent customer service to our customers and we appreciate you helping them stay focused on that important task. Thank you for your inquiry!

BENEFITS

All staff receives free daycare for their dogs and deep discounts at our pet food and supply store.

Full-time benefits kick in after 3 months of employment and include paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plan for health reimbursement account for dental, medical, and vision expenses.

CLEANER (PART-TIME)

Position available at both locations. Hours available are 3:30/4:30pm-7pm Mon-Fri and 12pm-5:30pm Sat and Sun. Required availability is 3 weekday shifts per week with weekend availability preferred. This is a perfect position for a responsible high school or college student!