Dog Care Specialist Overnight and Daycare Shared Ownership

Digs Dog Care; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 15,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Medical benefits after 6 months

DigIn Shared Ownership

Discounted DayPlay

Job summary

Sydney's Pet Resort & Digs Dog Care in Overland Park, KS, is seeking compassionate Kennel Techs to support overnight experiences by keeping dogs safe, comfortable, and cared for from check-in to check-out.

You'll work with Pack Leaders and supervisors to maintain cleanliness and hospitality standards, follow feeding, medication, and allergy protocols, and help create a home-away-from-home atmosphere for every pup.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of basic dog behaviors and body language.
• Familiarity with kennel operations and animal care.
• Strong communication skills (written and verbal).
• Ability to handle animals safely and confidently, including large/giant breed dogs.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to follow directions closely (written and verbal).
• Strong ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to remain calm and level-headed with a pleasant demeanor.
• Physically able to lift up to 40 lbs., bend, and stand or walk for long periods.
• Comfortable working indoors and outdoors with dogs of all sizes and temperaments.
• Available for flexible scheduling, including holidays and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all daycare and boarding dogs by using proper handling techniques.
• Monitor and proactively address dog health and behavior; report any concerns to your supervisor immediately — zero tolerance for non-approved handling methods.
• Deliver a hospitality-first experience by engaging warmly with every dog and making each visit feel welcoming and stress-free.
• Keep play areas clean, including clean-up of bodily functions and proper use of cleaning chemicals.
• Follow all feeding, medication, and allergy protocols for every animal in care.
• Sanitize bedding, dishes, toys, and accessories; restock supplies as needed.
• Assist with lobby customer relations, ensuring pet parents feel informed and at ease.
• May assist with grooming tasks (bathing, brushing, drying) upon completing the required training sign-off
• Pitch in on additional tasks that contribute to the overall culture, pet well-being, and hospitality experience at Digs
• Work respectfully with teammates and maintain a positive, professional attitude at all times

Skills

Dog behavior

Kennel operations

Communication

Animal handling

Attention to detail

Follow directions

Teamwork

Calm demeanor

Physical strength

Job description

Sydney's Pet Resort & Digs Dog Care in Overland Park, KS, is seeking compassionate Kennel Techs to support overnight experiences by keeping dogs safe, comfortable, and cared for from check-in to check-out.

You'll work with Pack Leaders and supervisors to maintain cleanliness and hospitality standards, follow feeding, medication, and allergy protocols, and help create a home-away-from-home atmosphere for every pup.