Seasonal Pet Playtime Specialist

Pet Paradise; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 16,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Leadership Academy

Dog Training Academy scholarship

Grooming Academy scholarship

Pet Day Camp

Pet Boarding (30 days)

DailyPay

Veterinary care discounts

Adoption assistance

Fitness reimbursement

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Health, dental and vision insurance

EAP

Job summary

Pet Paradise in Dripping Springs is seeking a Playtime Coordinator who loves animals and excels at customer service. You will supervise dog play areas, ensure safe interactions, and help maintain play yards while providing a caring, structured environment for dogs of all sizes.

Starting at $14.00/hour with staged raises at 6 months and on the annual anniversary, the role offers advancement opportunities, training scholarships, and benefits for full-time staff across our locations.

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and organizational skills.
• True passion for working with animals.
• Ability to work in all-weather conditions (heat and humidity); will be exposed to pool water.
• Comfortable being around dogs of all sizes and physically able to handle dogs of all sizes and to lift up to 60 lbs.
• Must be able to work under conditions that require sitting, standing, walking, bending, reaching, pulling, pushing and grasping.
• Flexibility to resort schedule needs including days, night, weekends, holidays, and peak times.

Responsibilities

• Interacting with and monitoring dogs in play areas (play-yard and pool); using appropriate toys and tools to ensure a safe level of play
• Maintain visual observation of dogs at all times and spread attention and play among all dogs in playgroup
• Minimizing stress levels of all dogs in the playgroup and handling aggressive or unusual behaviors
• Controlling levels of play by following procedures and instructions provided by management and utilizing proper dog handling techniques
• Assisting the team with cleaning and play-yard maintenance duties

Skills

Customer service

Pet care

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Lifting 60 lbs

Flexibility

Job description

Pet Paradise in Dripping Springs is seeking a Playtime Coordinator who loves animals and excels at customer service. You will supervise dog play areas, ensure safe interactions, and help maintain play yards while providing a caring, structured environment for dogs of all sizes.

Starting at $14.00/hour with staged raises at 6 months and on the annual anniversary, the role offers advancement opportunities, training scholarships, and benefits for full-time staff across our locations.