This position is located at the Patriot Pet Care Center in Fort Belvoir, Virginia. To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid.
Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Requires thorough techniques, knowledge and experience in dog grooming. Knowledge of animal's characteristics, and behavior. Requires skill in handling dogs and apply this skill to transfer dogs into and out of kennels and cages without injuring animals or getting bitten or scratched. Skillful in using corrects tools for grooming. Requires basic clerical experience, making appointments, collecting fees and setting up and maintaining files. In addition to the above qualifications, candidates who possess the following qualifications will be considered "Highly Preferred" or "Best Qualified": Possess a Dog Grooming certification Possess two (2) years of professional dog grooming experience Experience MUST be reflected on your Resume and Certificates uploaded to the Documents section at the time of application to be considered for Standard and/or Highly Preferred for this position. Applicants meeting the Highly Preferred criteria will be referred first to the Selecting Official. All other applicants may be referred for consideration at managements request.
Incumbent looks after the condition of dogs' coats by shampooing, clipping, trimming and grooming. Advises owners on their dog's coat care, grooming and diet. Discusses with the dog's owner what type of grooming is needed.
Checks skin for ticks, fleas, sore or inflamed areas and any lumps. Shampoos, dries, brushes, combs dog's coat to get rid of tangles. Trims dog with electric clippers or stripping knife into the right shape for its bread and styles with scissors.
Clips dog's claws, cleans teeth and ears. Maintains cleanliness of kennels and crates. Keeps dog comfortable, safe and secure at all times.
Schedules dog grooming appointments, coordinate with Kennel manager, calculate kennel and grooming fees, collect fees and completes appropriate paperwork.
Cleans and sanitizes tools and equipment, keeping both in good working condition. Performs other duties as assigned.