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Playful Pups Retreat at our Milton Grove Road North location in Elizabethtown, PA is seeking a full-time Shift Lead to guide and support our team as they deliver exceptional care to our clients and their pets. Are you a dependable, hands-on leader who leads by example? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where organization, accountability, and compassion matter? Are you confident managing both people and dogs while maintaining high standards? If so, please read on!

This full-time position earns a competitive wage of $14.50–$16.50 per hour, based on experience. We offer a strong benefits package, including paid time off (PTO), insurance through AFLAC, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), an ICHRA plan, scheduling flexibility, employee discounts, and the ability to bring your dog to work. If you're looking for a leadership role where your work truly makes an impact, apply today!

At Playful Pups Retreat, our goal is to be the very best home away from home for every dog in our care. We are a premier pet resort dedicated to providing a fun, healthy, structured, and nurturing environment for dogs while their families are away for the day or on vacation.

Our approach emphasizes purposeful enrichment and exercise that supports mental stimulation, physical wellness, socialization, confidence building, and training foundations - all balanced with plenty of belly rubs and snuggles. We recognize that every dog is an individual, and we take pride in providing thoughtful, customized care tailored to each guest.

Our team is made up of positive, reliable, and knowledgeable professionals who value safety, communication, and teamwork. We maintain a supportive and upbeat work environment and strongly believe in promoting from within. We reward commitment, leadership, and excellence with competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for growth.

In this leadership role, you are essential to the success of daily operations. You oversee and support team members during your shift, delegate tasks effectively, and ensure that all responsibilities are completed thoroughly and on time. You lead by example, maintaining high standards for safety, cleanliness, and animal care.

You confidently manage playgroups, supervising dog interactions and stepping in when needed to prevent or resolve conflicts. You assist with feedings, administer medications as scheduled, and actively participate in daily sanitation to ensure our facility remains clean, safe, and welcoming.

Compassionate and attentive, you provide hands-on care while also supporting and guiding your team. You take pride in creating a calm, organized, and positive environment for both dogs and staff, and you play a key role in upholding our reputation for excellence.

• 18+ years of age

• Professional experience handling dogs

• Ability to meet the physical demands of the position, including standing for extended periods and working outdoors in varying weather conditions

• Prior experience in a dog daycare, boarding facility, or dog training environment strongly preferred

• Punctual, reliable, and highly accountable

• Strong communication and leadership skills

• Compassionate, calm, and confident under pressure

• Able to manage multiple tasks and make sound decisions in a fast-paced setting

If this sounds like you, you may be an excellent fit for our leadership team.

This is a full-time position with shifts of 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM or 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM. Candidates must be available to work every other weekend and select major holidays.

If you feel you would be a strong addition to our team, please complete our 3-minute, mobile-friendly application. We look forward to meeting motivated leaders who are passionate about dogs, teamwork, and high-quality care.

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this role. Team members must be able to stand for extended periods, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, sit, bend, twist, and lift or carry up to 50 pounds. Clear vision, hearing, and effective communication skills are required.

Safely handling dogs of all sizes - including dogs that may pull or jump - is an essential function of this position. Playful Pups Retreat prioritizes safety, and all team members are expected to consistently follow established policies and procedures.

Before applying, please carefully consider whether you can meet these physical requirements.

Playful Pups Retreat is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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