Pet Care Specialist
About The Position
Morris Animal Inn is a family-owned, award-winning pet resort with multiple locations in North New Jersey! We specialize in providing top-tier pet lodging, grooming, training, and daycare services. Honored as a NJ Family Business of the Year and recognized as one of the Best Places to Work in NJ, we are a team deeply passionate about the care we provide for dogs and cats. We are now hiring Part-Time Pet Care Specialists at our Morristown facility. Schedule: Year-round, part-time position with 15-25 hours per week. Shift lengths vary based on business needs and your availability. Morning shifts begin at 6:00 AM; evening shifts end at 10:00 PM. Weekend and holiday availability is required. Pay: Starting rate is $16.00-$17.00/hour based on prior professional pet care experience. No prior professional experience is required—but a natural comfort around dogs of all sizes is essential! What You'll Be Doing Engage hands-on in the health and wellness of our canine and feline guests. Prepare & deliver meals while following precise schedules and instructions. Provide engaging enrichment activities, including nature trail walks, off-leash play, and cuddle sessions. Maintain detailed observations and records for each pet guest to support quality care and customer service. Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of the facility and pet areas. Morris Animal Inn is proud to offer Hands-on training—no professional grooming experience required Potential to transition to a full-time position with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match) based on performance and business needs Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions What We're Looking For Comfort and confidence walking and handling dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes Willingness to perform cleaning duties related to animal care Team-oriented mindset with strong time management skills Physical ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to follow safety protocols, interact with pet owners, and maintain accurate records Weekend and holiday availability is required Ready to join our team? Apply today! At Morris Animal Inn, our people make the difference. We're proud to foster a team that shares our passion for compassionate, professional pet care. To learn more and view all current openings, visit our Careers Page at https://www.morrisanimalinn.com/about-us/careers/
Requirements
- Comfort and confidence walking and handling dogs and cats of all breeds and sizes
- Willingness to perform cleaning duties related to animal care
- Team-oriented mindset with strong time management skills
- Physical ability to stand/walk for long periods and lift up to 40 lbs
- Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English to follow safety protocols, interact with pet owners, and maintain accurate records
- Weekend and holiday availability is required
Responsibilities
- Engage hands-on in the health and wellness of our canine and feline guests.
- Prepare & deliver meals while following precise schedules and instructions.
- Provide engaging enrichment activities, including nature trail walks, off-leash play, and cuddle sessions.
- Maintain detailed observations and records for each pet guest to support quality care and customer service.
- Perform thorough cleaning and sanitizing of the facility and pet areas.
Benefits
- Hands-on training—no professional grooming experience required
- Potential to transition to a full-time position with comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401K with company match) based on performance and business needs
- Career growth opportunities with a transparent advancement structure
- Education Assistance Program to support professional development in pet care
- Employee discounts on dog daycare and other services
- A unique and innovative Rewards and Recognition program that celebrates staff contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
