Seasonal Pet Playtime Coordinator- Odessa

Pet Paradise•Odessa, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Pet Paradise is seeking a seasonal Pet Playtime Coordinator for its Odessa resort. The coordinator organizes and manages daytime dog play groups, helping provide a safe and entertaining environment for pets. The role involves monitoring dogs in play areas, including the play yard and pool, using appropriate toys and tools, and supporting cleaning and play-yard maintenance. The starting rate is $15.00 per hour, with a $0.50 increase six months after hire and another $0.50 increase on the annual anniversary date.

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 tolerate exposure to pool water.
Comfort 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 all dogs in the play group.
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.

Benefits

Opportunity to apply for the Unleashed Leadership Academy, with hands-on leadership training and potential 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; employees may bring their dog to work.
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 both 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.