Work at the Homestead

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We are currently hiring for the Senior Canine Attendant position

We're an all-inclusive facility providing daycare, boarding, and grooming services 365 days a year, with one mission: creating the best experience for our four-legged guests and their owners. You'll work in a dynamic outdoor environment with a small, dedicated team where everyone's contribution matters.

Who Thrives Here

Team members who:

Show up reliably and support their teammates
Roll with changes and adapt easily
Stay calm when things get hectic
Jump in wherever needed without being asked
Take ownership and work independently

Why Our Team Loves It

We make a genuine impact on animals' wellbeing
We embrace variety and adaptability every day
We work in a supportive team that values growth
We want the best for every dog
We love to give back to the community

Ready to apply?

Check out our open positions below. Submit your resume with a cover letter explaining why you'd love working here and why you'd be a great fit—we can't wait to hear from you.

*The Homestead Nottawa is a private family home and professional facility - candidates who arrive on property without a scheduled appointment will be immediately disqualified from consideration, as unexpected visitors cause stress and anxiety for our dogs and pull staff away from their primary responsibility of hands-on dog care.

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SENIOR CANINE ATTENDANT (20+ hours/week)

We are seeking candidates who are looking for a career in dog care, not just a job. We want team members who see themselves growing with us over the next year and beyond. If you're building toward a different career path, please check out our Canine Assistant position.

IMPORTANT NOTE: This position requires working outdoors for the majority of your shift (6-8 hours daily) in all weather conditions. We are not an indoor facility. If you don't genuinely love full-day outdoor work with dogs, this isn't the right role.

Daily Responsibilities:

Primary: Walk dogs in groups (off-leash and on-leash) throughout the day in all weather
Supervise and monitor dog playgroups
Administer medications and manage feeding schedules
Deep clean kennels and facility
Handle client check-ins/check-outs and communication
Use our Gingr booking platform
Train and support newer team members

Non-Negotiable Requirements:

WEEKEND & HOLIDAY AVAILABILITY (this is essential)
High school diploma required (no current students)
Within 35-minute drive for emergency coverage
Physically capable of 6-8 hour shifts on your feet
Must genuinely love being outdoors all day, every day
Comfortable with technology and administrative tasks
Calm under pressure and exceptionally reliable

Work Schedule:

Part-time: 20-30 hours/week (potential to increase)
4-5 days per week including Fridays and weekends/holidays
Shifts between 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM
We operate 365 days a year

Pay: $17.60 - $21.00/hour based on experience

You'll Thrive Here If You:

Love being outside in all weather conditions
Find joy in walking dogs for hours
Can seamlessly shift between dog care and administrative work
Take pride in being the reliable team member everyone counts on
Have a "no task too small" attitude
Are flexible and adaptable - working with dogs means unplanned changes to days and schedules; if you need firm structure and predictability, this isn't the right job

How to Apply:

Email your cover letter and updated resume to info@thehomesteadnottawa.com. In your cover letter, explain how you see yourself growing with us over the next year and beyond.