WAE Pet Daycare Operations Associate

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Job Posting Title:

WAE Pet Daycare Operations Associate

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

Department:

LSUAM VetMed- FA - Dog Daycare (Elizabeth Lanier Guidry (00083190))

Work Location:

Veterinary Medicine

Pay Grade:

Temporary

Job Description:

The WAE Pet Daycare Operations Associate will provide outstanding customer service to internal and external customers and top quality dog daycare services to drive revenue and maintain a safe, dog-friendly environment.

Job Responsibilities:

• 55%- Ensure proper care of all pets within the facility. Monitor play groups of different breeds and sizes. Set up play areas and complete all playtimes on schedule based on playtime assignments. Help with dog evaluations if necessary. Keep play yards free from dog waste as soon as it happens.

• 20%-Set up and give out all enrichment activities based on assignments, monitor dogs during enrichment activities, pick up all enrichment items and thoroughly clean items and work space. Feed lunch to those who request it.

• 15%- Ensure that exceptional customer service and pet care is provided. Develop positive relationships with both pets and customers. Greet customers and take their pet(s) into daycare. Set dogs up in their assigned kennels. Feed breakfast to those who request it.

• 5%- Ensure that the facility exceeds expectations in regard to cleanliness and safety. This includes keeping all areas clean and maintained, free from hazards, wet floors, defecation, etc. Wash, dry and fold laundry and wash dishes/enrichment toys.

• 5%- Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma & 4 years of related veterinarian technician, dog daycare, or animal handling experience or Associates Degree with 2 years of related veterinarian technician, dog daycare, or animal handling experience.

Some veterinarian technician, dog daycare, or animal handling experience required.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree and 1 year in dog care and handling, understanding dog body language to manage group play, time management and punctuality.

Experience with minimal dog training and bathing a plus but not necessary.

Special and Physical Qualifications:

Safety and Security Sensitive Job- Safety and security-sensitive positions are defined as those positions where any form of substance abuse may affect University activities through unsafe work behavior/performance or error in judgment; or where substance abuse could jeopardize the safety and well-being of employees, other personnel, or the general public, or cause significant damage to University property. This includes positions requiring firearms, access to controlled substances, handling hazardous material, operating heavy equipment or machinery, etc. These positions are subject to drug screens per PS-67/FASOP HR-04.

Essential Personnel- This position may be required to report to campus in times of emergency and/or closure per PS-18.

Requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, reaching (above shoulder), reaching (below shoulder), vision (near sight), vision (far sight), climbing, crawling, twisting, pushing/pulling, grasping, squatting, lifting more than 50 pounds, and lifting less than 50 pounds.

Must be available to work morning shifts (Hours- 7:00am-12:00pm)

May be required to come in outside of regularly scheduled work hours to address issues regarding the department. Must be able to answer phone calls or respond to messages after hours from management or students for issues regarding the department.

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

Please attach ALL required documents under the "Resume/CV" section of your application. Please provide your CV/resume and three professional references including name, title, phone number and e-mail address.

A copy of your transcript(s) may be attached to your application (if applicable).

For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact Elizabeth Guidry at eguidry2@lsu.edu.

Posting Date:

February 6, 2026

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

May 5, 2026

Additional Position Information:

Background Check- An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits- LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University's partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

Y

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university's ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email HR@lsu.edu. For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.