Job Description

Ready to Turn Your Love for Animals into a Job You'll Actually Enjoy?

If your idea of a perfect day includes wagging tails, purring cats, and fresh air with furry friends, Aurora Kennel might just be your happy place. We're on the lookout for a

Kennel Assistant

to join our team of compassionate animal caregivers who believe that hard work and belly rubs go hand in paw.

If you're looking for part-time hours, we've got different shifts available both during the week and on weekends. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced, fur-filled environment and values kindness, teamwork, and a little bit of organized chaos, keep reading!

Schedule & Availability

We have shifts available including:

Morning and evening shifts on the weekends Some evenings during the week

Most

holidays (short shifts only) To be considered, candidates

must live within 30 minutes of Aurora, OH

, have year-round reliable transportation, and be willing to work most holidays.

What You'll Do

As a Kennel Assistant, you'll play a vital role in:

Providing attentive care to dogs, cats, and occasionally rabbits or guinea pigs Cleaning indoor and outdoor kennel areas, including play and potty yards Feeding and administering medications Walking dogs and facilitating individual play sessions Answering phones, taking reservations, and assisting with client check-ins/check-outs Completing light paperwork and maintaining a tidy, welcoming environment
Who We're Looking For

You're a great fit if you:

Are passionate about animals and committed to their wellbeing Thrive in both team settings and independent work Are highly motivated, detail-oriented, and organized Communicate clearly and kindly with clients--both in person and over the phone Can work efficiently in a fast-paced environment Are comfortable working indoors and outdoors in all weather conditions Share our values of family, respect, trust, integrity, and honesty

Previous experience with dogs and cats is required

, along with basic computer skills.

Job Details

Job Types: Part-time Pay: Starting at $14.00/hour Location: In person at Aurora Kennel

Benefits

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Paid training

How to apply

Please submit your

resume

and cover letter via Indeed to:

Aurora Kennel

- Attn: Sue / Jimmie

Important:

Only apply if you meet the location and holiday availability requirements. Thank you--we can't wait to meet the next amazing member of our team!

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Paid training
Work Location: In person