canine careers

JOIN OUR TEAM!

We look for passionate and energetic individuals to join our team, and be part of our vision of bringing balance into play.

 Zen Dogs Center hires both full time and part time Rufferees. The Rufferee is responsible for the supervision, control and management of day care dogs and ensuring fun and safety of the playgroup.

Currently: We are not hiring at this time.

If you are in high school, and looking for a job during the school year, we might have some options for you, as well. We look for Junior Rufferees to help be “assistants” to our Rufferees. Junior Rufferees will assist in the playgroups, as well as have cleaning duties. (Currently: Not hiring for this position.)

If you are interested in applying, please send us the following 2 documents to info@zendogscenter.com:

1) Resume

2) Brief cover letter describing how you and your experience would make you a valuable member of our team 

The ideal Rufferee will:

·       Enjoy interacting with dogs of all breeds and sizes.

·       Have experience working with dogs and knowledge of reading basic dog body language.

·       Take responsibility with cleaning up dog messes throughout the day, and maintaining a clean work and play

environment.

·       Perform positive, reward-based and relationship-based training methods.

·       Have the ability to operate in a fast paced environment, and be able to be on your feet for long periods of time.

·       Be able lift up to 50 pounds, and perform various activities with the dogs which will sometimes require you to run,

jump, bend, crawl, carry, and of course--smile at all times!

·       Spend time with the dogs both indoors and outdoors all year round, so must be able to work outdoors and dress

appropriately in all types of weather.

·       Have excellent team player & communication skills.

·       Have the ability to solve problems, take direction, and react quickly.

·       Be reliable, punctual, and dedicated.

·       Maintain a harmonious, positive energy.

·       Follow the 3 C’s of the Zen Dogs training philosophy: Calm – Clear – Consistent.

Zen Dogs Center offers:

·       Professional on-site dog behavior, dog body language, and obedience training.

·       Canine First Aid/CPR certification.

·       Opportunities for continuing education as a dog handler.

·       Competitive pay rates.

·       Subsidized Health Insurance & vacation pay offered for full time employees.

·       Zen Dogs Center apparel (required to be worn during work shifts).

·       Flexible or set schedule.

·       Discounted dog training classes for you and your dog!

·       “Bring your dog to work day”—Every Day! (Pending successful completion of training, and also successful

behavioral evaluation of your dog)

·       Employee friendly environment.

 Job Types: Full Time, Part Time. Shifts start as early as 6:50 a.m., and end as late as 6:15 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Salary: Hourly rate based on experience.