Dog Daycare Lead & Safety Coach

No Leash Needed; Derry (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance

Employee Pet Care Discounts

Tips

Growth opportunities within NVA

Job summary

NVA Pet Resorts in Derry, NH is seeking a hands-on Pet Pro Lead to supervise daily pet care operations and coach the team on safety, cleanliness, and documentation. You will actively work alongside your team while ensuring high standards are met across playgroups, boarding, and health reporting.

The position requires animal handling experience, strong leadership, and the ability to enforce procedures with calm, decisive leadership in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in animal handling and group dog supervision.
• Confident leadership and coaching of team members.
• Calm and decisive in high-energy situations.

Responsibilities

• Train and mentor Pet Pros.
• Reinforce safety protocols and proper handling techniques.
• Monitor team performance and provide real-time feedback.
• Step in immediately when safety concerns arise.
• Ensure documentation and charting standards are followed.
• Supervise daycare playgroups and boarding areas.
• Monitor dog interactions and prevent conflicts.
• Ensure proper feeding, medication, and special handling compliance.
• Review health notes and maintain safety of pets during shifts.
• Maintain sanitation and cleanliness of all pet areas.

Skills

Animal handling

Leadership

Team coaching

Safety protocols

Documentation

Dog body language

Job description

NVA Pet Resorts in Derry, NH is seeking a hands-on Pet Pro Lead to supervise daily pet care operations and coach the team on safety, cleanliness, and documentation. You will actively work alongside your team while ensuring high standards are met across playgroups, boarding, and health reporting.

The position requires animal handling experience, strong leadership, and the ability to enforce procedures with calm, decisive leadership in a fast-paced environment.