Dog Daycare Wrangler
Everett, WA
Full Time
Experienced
Four-Legged Fun Zone in Everett, WA is seeking an experienced Dog Daycare Wrangler to lead safe, structured off-leash playgroups. This is not an entry-level position. We're looking for a proven professional who can confidently assess dog personalities, create balanced playgroups, and manage group dynamics independently while providing exceptional care and client service.
Why You'll Love Working at Four-Legged Fun Zone
- Quality Over Quantity: We cap our playgroups at 15 dogs per handler so experienced handlers have the time to actively manage behavior.
- Professional Autonomy: We hire experienced handlers to make decisions—not simply follow directions. Your observations, judgment, and behavior management skills are trusted and valued.
- Predictable Schedule & Reliable Paycheck: Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM–3:30 PM. Consistent hours with no evenings, weekends, on-call shifts, or last-minute schedule changes.
- Respect for Your Personal Time: When you're off the clock, you're off the clock. We don't contact employees with work calls, texts, or requests to cover shifts outside their scheduled work hours.
- Bring Your Dog to Work: Eligible employees may bring their well-socialized dog to work, subject to compatibility and our evaluation process.
- A Place to Recharge: Enjoy a dedicated break room where you can step away from the dogs and recharge during your lunch break.
Compensation
- Starting pay: $23–$25/hour, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Performance bonuses available based on demonstrated leadership, independent playgroup management, and overall contribution.
- Opportunities for additional compensation as responsibilities grow.
Perks & Benefits
- Starting wage of $23–$25/hour
- Bring your well-socialized dog to work
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Paid sick leave, including mental health days
- Employee discounts on grooming and vacation care
- Stable Monday–Friday schedule — no evenings, weekends, or last-minute shift changes
- Company-paid cell phone plan (when transferred to our account)
- A team that values professionalism, independence, and doing things the right way
Responsibilities
- Independently lead safe, structured off-leash playgroups.
- Assess dog personalities and place dogs into appropriate playgroups.
- Read canine body language and intervene before conflicts escalate.
- Provide enrichment activities throughout the day.
- Communicate professionally with clients.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum 1 year of professional dog daycare experience within the past 3 years managing off-leash groups independently.
- Demonstrated ability to create balanced playgroups and adjust placements based on behavior.
- Strong understanding of canine body language and group management.
- Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
- Able to stand and walk for 6–8 hours, lift up to 100 pounds when necessary, and work outdoors in all weather conditions.
- Live within 30 minutes of our facility and consistently arrive on time
Schedule
- Full-Time
- Monday–Friday
- 7:00 AM–3:30 PM (30-minute unpaid lunch)
How to Apply
- Submit your resume and complete the application questions.
- Candidates with recent professional experience independently managing off-leash dog playgroups will receive priority consideration.
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