Dog Caretaker: Flexible Student Work-Study Role

Wisconsin History; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Local Work Study Student to support our dog care program at Dog Haus University, located at 502 S Park St. Flexible shifts around classes, minimum 10 to 20 hours per week.

Duties include cleaning play areas, supervising dogs, and reporting health or behavioral notes to the Manager. Expect an upbeat environment and teamwork with peers while supporting campus well-being.

Qualifications

• Passion for animal care and providing fun activities for dogs.
• Positive and friendly attitude.
• Attentive, observant, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Cleaning/sanitizing play areas, crates and common spaces.
• Using verbal cues and proactive intervention to manage dog interactions.
• Leading, monitoring, and managing groups of dogs.
• Interacting with each dog and understanding their play style and limits.
• Recording and reporting health, activities and behavior of each dog.
• Washing dishes and laundry.
• Assisting with check-in/check-out and storing guests’ food/medications.

Skills

Dog care

Positive attitude

Attention to detail

Job description

University of Wisconsin–Madison is seeking a Local Work Study Student to support our dog care program at Dog Haus University, located at 502 S Park St. Flexible shifts around classes, minimum 10 to 20 hours per week.

Duties include cleaning play areas, supervising dogs, and reporting health or behavioral notes to the Manager. Expect an upbeat environment and teamwork with peers while supporting campus well-being.