Seasonal Pet Playtime Coordinator - University Blvd.

Pet Paradise • Jacksonville, FL

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Pet Paradise is seeking a Pet Playtime Coordinator to organize and manage daytime play groups at its University Blvd. resort. The role involves supervising dogs in play areas, supporting safe and appropriate play, responding to behavioral concerns, and helping maintain the play yards. The listed starting rate is $15.00 per hour, with a $0.50 increase six months after hire and an additional $0.50 increase on the annual anniversary date.

The position is seasonal. Coordinators should be comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and in outdoor conditions that may include heat, humidity, and pool water. The role requires flexibility to meet resort scheduling needs, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and peak times.

Requirements

• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• A genuine passion for working with animals.
• Ability to work in all-weather conditions, including heat and humidity, and exposure to pool water.
• Comfort working around dogs of all sizes and physical ability to handle dogs of all sizes and lift up to 60 pounds.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, pull, push, and grasp.
• Flexibility to meet resort scheduling needs, including days, nights, weekends, holidays, and peak times.

Responsibilities

• Interact with and monitor dogs in play areas, including the play yard and pool, using appropriate toys and tools to maintain safe play.
• Maintain visual observation of dogs at all times and distribute attention and play among the dogs in each playgroup.
• Minimize stress among dogs and handle aggressive or unusual behaviors.
• Control play levels by following management procedures and instructions and using proper dog-handling techniques.
• Assist the team with cleaning and play-yard maintenance duties.

Benefits

• Opportunity to apply for the Unleashed Leadership Academy, which provides hands-on leadership training and pathways to Supervisor and Assistant Manager opportunities.
• Opportunity to apply for the Dog Training Academy, with a scholarship to become a certified Dog Trainer (Canine Behavior Specialist).
• Opportunity to apply for the Grooming Academy, with a scholarship to become a certified Professional Pet Groomer.
• Complimentary Pet Day Camp for employees' dogs.
• 30 days of complimentary pet boarding, excluding holidays.
• On-demand pay through DailyPay.
• Discounted veterinary care and grooming services, depending on location.
• Dog and cat adoption assistance.
• Fitness reimbursement.
• Paid time off for full-time and part-time employees.
• 401(k) savings plan with company match.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for full-time employees.
• Employee Assistance Program with an added mental health benefit, available to all employees.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed