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Dog Handler - COME WORK WITH DOGS!  

About the Organization Downtown Dog Lounge is not your average doggie daycare! We are a local woman-owned business that grew from very humble beginnings in 2002. We have a proven track record of over 20 years of dedicated experience in this field. Our commitment to hiring the best employees to care for our pups and clients is well recognized in the community. Downtown Dog Lounge was recently awarded as the winner of King 5 Evening Magazine's Best Doggie Daycare in 2021's Best of Western Washington viewer's poll. We have many happy pups, many happy clients, and many devoted employees.


At Downtown Dog Lounge (DDL) we provide doggie daycare, boarding, grooming, bathing, training and enrichment for dogs at three (3) locations in the Seattle area: South Lake Union, Elliott, and Ballard. We also have a Dog Bakery in Fremont and a dog-friendly bar with indoor and outdoor dog parks in Ballard called the Dog Yard Bar!




We are serious about our business and take pride in a rapid pace work environment where diversity and teamwork are celebrated. Our purpose? We are leaders, delivering peace of mind in a safe environment by caring for every dog as our own.




We want our employees to love what they do! Those with a passion for pets, pioneering spirit, high attention to detail, strong organization, strong communication skills, and follow-through are usually the best match for our company and culture. Solid work ethic and integrity is also prized. We are a 24/7 business and let's be honest - some of our jobs may not be very glamorous. If you're a roll-up-your-sleeves person who also understands the important relationships between pooches and their owners, give us a look!









 
EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.  
Position Dog Handler  
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TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION PLEASE ATTACH A RESUME

Do you love dogs and always wanted to work with them?  Well now is your chance! Downtown Dog Lounge in Ballard is looking for Dog Handlers to join our Ballard team!

Pay Range: $18.69-$20/hr

Status: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

At Downtown Dog Lounge our Handlers provide direct care for client dogs by upholding the Purpose and Core Values of the company and to ensure the health and safety of the dogs on site.

Availability Requirements:  This position is Full Time and does require weekend availability and shifts could be days, nights and holidays.

Starting pay is $18-$20/hr DOE and we are proud to offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance and commuter benefits to all benefit eligible employees (Full Time). In addition there are also several other perks and discounts for all employees to enjoy such as grooming services, treats, training, and the added bonus that all DDL employees are able to bring their dogs to work!!!

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Position Requirements

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The following is a list of general job responsibilities. This list is not all-inclusive and may be amended to meet changing business needs.

  • Actively oversee a designated dog park in-person to ensure positive and safe dog interactions; mitigate escalating behaviors
  • Assist with dog rotations and mealtimes
  • Assist with running dogs at check in and check out
  • Clean up after dogs
  • Perform additional services such as dog walks, dog jogs, and one-on-one play with a ball or one-on-one cuddle time
  • Perform additional cleaning and disinfection duties including, but not limited to, taking out the garbage, mopping, cleaning crates and surfaces, laundry, dishes etc.
  • Follow all safety guidelines and protocols
  • Provide exceptional customer service, including transparent communication
  • Develop strong relationships with customers (pooches and people)
  • Communicate and participate as part of team
  • Wear proper clothing and/or uniform and safety equipment
  • Attend daily recap meetings, as well as read and understand recap daily
  • Understand and uphold the Purpose and Core Values of the business in actions and words
  • Develop thorough knowledge and understanding of dog breeds and dog behavior
  • Perform other daily tasks as assigned by the Pack Leader and/or Supervisors
  • Cross train for other positions within the company over time
  • Attend periodic required trainings and All Team Meetings
  • Mentor new team members as assigned
  • Uphold DDL Purpose and Values, communicating clearly, openly, honestly, and kindly

 

Experience and Education:

  • High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Must be 18 years of age to work independently in the dog parks

 

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Comfortable working within close proximity to approximately 50-100 dogs in an enclosed and/or outdoor park
  • Comfortable working outdoors in all types of weather from rain, snow, sleet, wind or sun. 
  • Desire to develop a thorough understanding of dog behavior
  • Quick reaction time to unpredictable situations
  • Comfortable working in a loud environment
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Comfortable standing for 8 hours at a time
  • Able to lift 45 pounds

 

Preferred Qualities:

Ideally a successful candidate should have experience working with dogs, should lead by our Purpose & Core Values, inspire others through their professionalism and work integrity, respond creatively to “continuous change,” seek out information when in doubt, and participate in the building and maintaining of a positive and healthy work environment.

 
Location Ballard  

This position is currently not accepting applications.

To search for an open position, please go to http://DowntownDogLounge.appone.com



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