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Dog Park Shift Lead

Skiptown

Charlotte, NCFull-time$15/hrPosted 9mo agoVerified open 6 days ago
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At a glance

Compensation
$15/hr
Location
Charlotte, NC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Job overview

Skiptown is hiring a Dog Park Shift Lead. Skiptown is seeking a Park Lead in Charlotte to oversee shift operations at its dog park. The role involves supporting Social Skippers, monitoring dog play, enforcing safety rules, maintaining cleanliness, and providing friendly service to guests. Candidates should be comfortable with dogs of all sizes, read body language, guide teammates, stay calm under pressure, and thrive in an active outdoor environment.

Key focus areas include Support Social Skippers during shifts, assign tasks and ensure park standards are met, Monitor dog playgroups and confidently redirect or manage behavior when needed, and Enforce park rules and safety guidelines consistently and fairly.

Successful candidates bring Step Into Leadership, Ability To Stand, Walk, And Move For 8-10 Hours Per Shift, and Ability To Safely Lift And Handle Dogs Up To 50 Lbs. Important skills include Monitor Dog Play, Keep Park Clean And Organized, Provide Friendly, Professional Service, Managing Dogs, Helping People, and Support Social Skippers. Preferred (not required): Working With Dogs Of All Sizes And Temperaments, Reading Dog Body Language, Keeping Playgroups Safe, and Team Player.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Monitor Dog PlayKeep Park Clean and OrganizedProvide Friendly, Professional ServiceManaging DogsHelping PeopleSupport Social SkippersAssigning TasksEnsure Park Standards Are MetMonitor Dog PlaygroupsRedirect or Manage Dog BehaviorEnforce Park Rules and Safety GuidelinesAssist Guests With QuestionsMaintain Park CleanlinessMaintain Park OrganizationMaintain Operational ReadinessDocument IncidentsReport IncidentsCommunicate UpdatesCommunicate on-Shift NeedsAssist With Special EventsAssist With PromotionsAssist With Park ActivitiesWorking With Dogs of All Sizes and TemperamentsReading Dog Body LanguageKeeping Playgroups SafeTeam PlayerGuiding and Supporting OthersCalm Under PressureMake Quick, Thoughtful DecisionsThrive in Lively, Outdoor EnvironmentKnowledge of Dog BehaviorKnowledge of Enrichment Activities

Qualifications

Step Into LeadershipAbility to Stand, Walk, and Move for 8-10 Hours Per ShiftAbility to Safely Lift and Handle Dogs Up to 50 LbsComfortable Working Outdoors in All Weather ConditionsTolerance for Loud NoiseTolerance for Pet HairTolerance for DirtTolerance for Cleaning ChemicalsExperience in Dog DaycareExperience in Dog BoardingExperience in Pet Care EnvironmentsLeadership Experience

Full job description

📍 Charlotte, NC | 💼 $15 Hourly plus tips! | ⏰ Full-Time or Part-Time with weekends required

At Skiptown, Our Core Values Drive Everything We Do:

  • Pursue Results: We work with purpose and deliver on expectations.
  • Act with Integrity: We do the right thing, every time, even when no one’s watching.
  • Wow Every Time: From safety to service, we go above and beyond.
  • Stronger Together: We support our teammates, communicate openly, and grow as one team. As a Skiptown Park Lead , you’ll be the go-to person during shifts to ensure everything in the park runs safely and smoothly. You’ll support Social (Park) Skippers, monitor dog play, keep the park clean and organized, and provide friendly, professional service to guests. If you’re confident in managing dogs, enjoy helping people, and want to take a step into leadership, this role is for you.

What You’ll Do:

  • Support Social Skippers during shifts, assigning tasks and ensuring park standards are met

  • Monitor dog playgroups and confidently redirect or manage behavior when needed

  • Enforce park rules and safety guidelines consistently and fairly

  • Assist guests with questions about memberships, services, and upcoming events

  • Maintain park cleanliness, organization, and operational readiness throughout shifts

  • Document and report incidents, injuries, or behavioral concerns accurately

  • Communicate updates and on-shift needs to the Park Supervisor

  • Assist with special events, promotions, and park activities to create a fun, engaging atmosphere You Might Be a Perfect Fit If:

  • You’re comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and temperaments

  • You’re confident reading dog body language and keeping playgroups safe

  • You’re a team player who enjoys guiding and supporting others

  • You’re calm under pressure and can make quick, thoughtful decisions

  • You thrive in a lively, outdoor environment where every day is different Bonus if You Have:

  • Experience in dog daycare, boarding, or pet care environments

  • Leadership or mentoring experience in a team setting

  • Knowledge of dog behavior and enrichment activities Musts & Physical Requirements:

  • Ability to stand, walk, and move for 8–10 hours per shift

  • Ability to safely lift and handle dogs up to 50 lbs

  • Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions

  • Tolerance for loud noise, pet hair, dirt, and cleaning chemicals What We Offer:

  • Free VIP Membership to Skiptown

  • Cha-Ching Fridays! (We get paid weekly)

  • Employee discounts on all Skiptown services

  • Free DoorDash DashPass subscription

  • 50% discount on The Farmer’s Dog fresh pet food

  • Discounted pet insurance through Spot Next Steps:

If you’re ready to support a team, keep the park running smoothly, and make every guest’s visit memorable, Skiptown is your spot.

👉 Apply now and help create the best park experience for pups and their people.

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