Are you a night owl who loves animals? Do you thrive working independently and staying organized under pressure? Join our dedicated team as an Overnight Supervisor at our busy, full-service pet boarding and daycare facility!

Job Overview:

As the Overnight Animal Care Handler, you’ll be responsible for ensuring the safety, cleanliness, and comfort of our boarding guests after hours. This is a solo position that requires maturity, reliability, and strong animal care knowledge.

Key Responsibilities:

Supervise individual and group potty breaks (up to 20 dogs)
Clean and sanitize: kennels, laundry, dishes, mopping, turfed yards, and other common areas
Scoop and dispose of pet waste
Observe and document physical or behavioral changes in pets
Administer medications (oral, topical, and insulin) to both dogs and cats
Monitor up to 20 security cameras covering indoor/outdoor areas
Provide 1:1 supervision in the office for pets with medical or behavioral needs
Deliver extra care services like cuddle time and enrichment treats
Prepare and serve meals per pet-specific instructions
Use our software systems (Gingr and Slack) to log notes and updates
Maintain clear communication with other overnight and day staff
Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies (including pet medical emergencies) should they occur

Schedule:

Monday to Wednesday from 6pm to 12am.
Thursday to Friday from 6pm to 12am.

Ideal Candidate:

Must be at least 18 years of age
At least 6 months of previous overnight work experience is highly preferred
Previous professional animal care experience (preferred, but not required)
Skilled in time management and self-direction
Excellent attendance and punctuality
Confident in handling dogs and cats of all sizes and temperaments
Able to recognize signs of illness, injury, or behavioral issues
Comfortable being a keyholder and working alone
Calm under pressure, especially in emergency situations
Proficient with or able to learn pet care software (Gingr)
Open availability, including weekends and holidays
Enthusiastic about providing compassionate, high-quality pet care
Comfortable working 12-hour shifts at least two times per week

What we offer

Guaranteed 35+ hours per week, with overtime during peak seasons
$15.05 per hour
Insurance options (medical, dental, vision) for full-time employees
Paid sick time
Paid vacation after 1 year of employment
Holiday pay
Tips and performance recognition program
Free boarding & daycare for employee pets
Discounted grooming and retail for employee pets

This is an excellent opportunity for college students, night-shift veterans, or animal lovers looking for meaningful work in an independent environment.

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