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Harris Household

Kennel Staff

Pay: Not specified
Posted: 06/17/2026
Location: Drury, MO (Onsite)
Last Updated: 1 week ago
Hours: Part-Time
Expires: 10/3/2026

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An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.

$30,416 / year median in Missouri

+14% projected growth

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Job Description

We are seeking a Dependable, Confident, Independent, active & Reliable individual to help with our dogs/animals and grounds as a part-time position. The individual will be responsible for the overall care and well-being of our Dogs, animals, grounds & around our home. The person we seek must be very Responsible, Reliable & Trustworthy. Must have References and dependable transportation. A Background Check will be required. We are in the 65638 zip code Position will include Pet/Sitter-House/Sitter Typically M-F 7:00am - 12:00/1:00p and maybe up to 6-8 weeks a year and several weekends/extended weekends throughout the year when we are away on vacation &/or away from our home. Possibility of a full time position once established.
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563-676-3735
RESPONSIBILITIES :
  • HANDLE GENERAL CARE TASKS SUCH AS FEEDING AND WATERING OF THE ANIMALS.
  • ASSIST IN ADMINISTERING VETERINARY MANAGEMENT WHEN NECESSARY.
  • KEEP RECORDS OF ANIMAL FEEDINGS, TREATMENTS, AND OTHER UPDATES.
  • ENGAGE IN PLAY ACTIVITIES AND EXERCISE WITH OUR DOGS.
  • MAINTAIN A CLEAN AND HEALTHY ENVIRONMENT.
  • DAY TO DAY DUTIES AND GROUNDS CARE. QUALIFICATIONS
  • ABILITY TO INTERACT WITH ANIMALS IN A CALM, NON-THREATENING MANNER.
  • PASSION FOR CARE OF ANIMALS.
  • ABILITY TO THRIVE IN A FAST-PACED ENVIRONMENT AND HAVE SELF-MOTIVATION SKILLS.
•
PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE IN ANIMAL CARE OR OTHER RELATED FIELDS IS HELPFUL
(OR
BE VERY WILLING TO LEARN
). Must have references and be a loving and confident individual when caring for our dogs, grounds and our home. Possibly staying in our home when we are away. Must have your own reliable transportation.
Job Type:
Part-time Benefits:
Flexible schedule On-the-job training Paid training
Work Days:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed
Work Location:
In person