Shift Lead at Dog Resort — Leadership, Growth & PTO

Playful Pups Retreat; Elizabethtown (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

AFLAC insurance

Employee discounts

EAP

ICHRA health reimbursement

Bring your dog to work

Flexible scheduling

Opportunities for growth

Job summary

Playful Pups Retreat in Elizabethtown, PA is seeking a dependable Shift Lead to coach a hands-on team of caregivers and dogs, shaping a positive culture and building leadership experience. This full-time role offers active daily responsibilities and growth opportunities.

This position supports supervising playgroups, ensuring dog safety, and delivering exceptional care while working a rotating schedule, including mornings and weekends, with pay in the $15–$19/hour range and benefits.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Experienced handling dogs professionally.
• Reliable, punctual and highly accountable.
• Strong communicator and positive team leader.
• Calm, confident, and compassionate under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team through daily responsibilities and assign tasks.
• Coach employees and ensure each dog receives exceptional care.
• Supervise playgroups and monitor dog behavior.
• Maintain safety standards and assist with feedings.
• Help keep the facility clean and welcoming.

Skills

18 years old

Dog handling experience

Reliable and punctual

Strong communicator

Team leadership

Calm under pressure

Multitasking

Job description

Playful Pups Retreat in Elizabethtown, PA is seeking a dependable Shift Lead to coach a hands-on team of caregivers and dogs, shaping a positive culture and building leadership experience. This full-time role offers active daily responsibilities and growth opportunities.

This position supports supervising playgroups, ensuring dog safety, and delivering exceptional care while working a rotating schedule, including mornings and weekends, with pay in the $15–$19/hour range and benefits.