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Dog Park Shift Lead

Skiptown

Charlotte, NCFull-time$15/hrPosted 5mo agoSeen in employer's feed 3 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. As a Skiptown Park Lead, you will be the primary point of contact during shifts, ensuring the park operates safely and smoothly. This role involves supporting Social Skippers, monitoring dog play, maintaining park cleanliness and organization, and providing professional guest service. The ideal candidate is confident in managing dogs, enjoys helping people, and is looking to step into a leadership position.

Key focus areas include Support Social Skippers during shifts, assigning tasks and ensuring 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 Ability To Stand For 8-10 Hours, Ability To Lift Dogs Up To 50 Lbs, and Comfortable Working Outdoors In All Weather Conditions. Important skills include Support Social Skippers, Monitor Dog Playgroups, Redirect Dog Behavior, Manage Dog Behavior, Enforce Park Rules, and Enforce Safety Guidelines. Preferred (not required): Working With Dogs, Reading Dog Body Language, Team Player, and Guiding Others.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Support Social SkippersMonitor Dog PlaygroupsRedirect Dog BehaviorManage Dog BehaviorEnforce Park RulesEnforce Safety GuidelinesAssist GuestsMaintain Park CleanlinessMaintain Park OrganizationDocument IncidentsReport IncidentsCommunicate UpdatesAssist With Special EventsWorking With DogsReading Dog Body LanguageTeam PlayerGuiding OthersSupporting OthersCalm Under PressureQuick Decision MakingThoughtful Decision MakingKnowledge of Dog BehaviorDog Enrichment Activities

Qualifications

Ability to Stand for 8-10 HoursAbility to Lift 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 ExperienceMentoring 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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