Dog Daycare Team Lead / Shift Supervisor: $19–$21 per hour, DOE

Great Dogs Deserve Great Leaders. Great Leaders Deserve Great Dogs.

Great dogs deserve leaders who will keep them safe, help them thrive, and bring out their best. And great leaders deserve the chance to spend their days doing work they genuinely enjoy - with an incredible pack of well-socialized dogs that make coming to work something to look forward to.

The Wags Club is looking for a Dog Daycare Team Lead to help guide our team at one of West Los Angeles' premier dog daycare, boarding, and grooming facilities.

This is a true leadership position. You'll work alongside your team, supervise active dog playgroups, coach and develop employees, solve problems as they arise, and help ensure every shift runs safely, smoothly, and on schedule.

Whether you've already been leading teams or you're ready to step into your first formal leadership role, we're looking for someone who leads by example, stays calm under pressure, communicates well, and genuinely enjoys helping both people and dogs succeed.

Compensation & Benefits

$19–$21 per hour, depending on experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Holiday pay

Bring your dog to work for free

Employee discounts on eligible services

Opportunities for advancement within our growing company

What You'll Do as a Leader

As a Dog Daycare Team Lead, you will:

Lead and support the daycare team throughout each shift

Set the example by following and reinforcing our dog-handling, safety, and operational procedures

Supervise active dog playgroups while maintaining a calm, safe, and positive environment

Coach newer employees and help build their confidence, judgment, and dog-handling skills

Keep daily operations organized and on schedule

Recognize developing problems and respond calmly before they escalate

Communicate staff, dog, client, or facility concerns to management

Help manage dog introductions, transitions, meals, medications, and special-care instructions

Complete incident reports and other documentation accurately and promptly

Assist with cleaning, sanitizing, yard maintenance, and other hands-on animal care duties

Jump in wherever needed to help the team succeed

This is a working leadership position. You'll spend your day both leading people and caring for dogs.

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

Have previous experience as a Team Lead, Shift Lead, Shift Supervisor, Assistant Manager, or similar leadership role

Have experience working in a dog daycare, boarding kennel, veterinary hospital, grooming salon, animal shelter, or other animal-care environment

Are a high-performing employee who is ready to step into your first formal leadership position

Naturally take initiative instead of waiting to be told what to do

Lead by example and earn the respect of those around you

Communicate clearly and professionally with coworkers, managers, and clients

Stay calm, organized, and decisive in a fast-paced environment

Are dependable, punctual, and accountable

Enjoy coaching others and helping your team succeed

Aren't afraid to jump in and help with every aspect of the job

We believe great leaders aren't necessarily the loudest people in the room. They're the ones who consistently demonstrate good judgment, professionalism, reliability, and a willingness to support both their team and the dogs in their care.

What the Job Is Really Like

Dog daycare is active, physical, hands-on work. You'll spend much of your day on your feet, supervising groups of dogs, interacting with clients and coworkers, and helping maintain a clean, safe environment.

You must be comfortable bending, lifting more than 25 pounds, cleaning up after dogs, working outdoors in various weather conditions, and responding quickly when dogs or coworkers need assistance.

If you're looking for a job where every day is different, where your leadership truly matters, and where you'll go home knowing you made a difference - for both your team and hundreds of dogs - this may be exactly what you're looking for.

Qualifications

Previous work history demonstrating reliability and dependability

Leadership, training, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred

Professional animal-care experience strongly preferred

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Good judgment, organization, and problem-solving abilities

Ability to work independently while supporting a collaborative team

Ability to learn and consistently follow established procedures

About The Wags Club

The Wags Club is one of West Los Angeles' premier dog daycare, boarding, and grooming facilities. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional care, maintaining the highest safety standards, and creating a fun, enriching environment for every dog that walks through our doors.

Our Team Leads play a vital role in that mission. They set the tone for the shift, support their coworkers, uphold our standards, and help create an environment where both dogs and employees can thrive.

Ready to Step Up?

If you're looking for more than just another job - if you're ready to build a career, lead a great team, and spend your days working with dogs - we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and tell us why you'd be a great addition to The Wags Club.