Dog Daycare & Boarding Attendant

The Dog Den; Champaign (IL); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Employee discounts

Tips

Advancement opportunities

Team oriented environment

Job summary

The Dog Den in Champaign, IL seeks a Dog Daycare & Boarding Attendant to care for and supervise dogs across daycare and boarding services. You will work as part of a small, passionate team in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include supervising playgroups, feeding and administering medications, cleaning spaces, and upholding safety and hygiene standards while delivering friendly customer service.

Qualifications

• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable around dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Able to stay calm and make good decisions under pressure
• Active, standing, walking, bending, and lifting for shifts
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Willing to work weekends and holidays
• Strong communicator with a positive attitude

Responsibilities

• Supervising off-leash playgroups of dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments
• Feeding meals and administering medications according to instructions
• Cleaning kennels, playrooms, yards, dishes, and laundry throughout the day
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary facility
• Working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Dog handling

Calm under pressure

Physical stamina

Weekend availability

Communication

Job description

About Us

The Dog Den is a dog daycare and boarding facility dedicated to providing a safe, clean, and enriching environment for every dog in our care. We believe every dog deserves individualized attention, structured play, and compassionate care from a team that truly loves what they do.

We're looking for dependable, hardworking individuals who enjoy being active and want to make a difference in the lives of dogs and their owners.

Responsibilities

As a Dog Daycare & Boarding Attendant, you'll be responsible for the daily care and supervision of dogs in both daycare and boarding.

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising off-leash playgroups of dogs of various breeds, sizes, and temperaments
• Feeding meals and administering medications according to instructions
• Cleaning kennels, playrooms, yards, dishes, and laundry throughout the day
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and sanitary facility
• Working as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

We're looking for someone who is:

• At least 18 years old
• Reliable and punctual
• Comfortable working around dogs of all breeds and sizes
• Able to stay calm and make good decisions under pressure
• Comfortable standing, walking, bending, lifting, and being active for an entire shift
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds
• Willing to work weekends and holidays as needed
• A strong communicator with a positive attitude

What We're Looking For

This job is much more than playing with dogs. It requires attentiveness, patience, quick decision-making, and a strong work ethic. Our attendants are responsible for maintaining a safe environment for dozens of dogs every day while providing exceptional care and customer service.

If you're dependable, enjoy staying active, and are passionate about animal care, we'd love to meet you.

Benefits

• Paid training
• Employee discounts
• Tips
• Opportunities for advancement
• Positive, team-oriented work environment

Schedule

Applicants should expect to work a combination of morning and afternoon shifts, including weekends and holidays.

Typical shift times include:

• 6:00 AM – 12:00 PM
• 1:00 PM – 7:00 PM
• 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM