Birmingham – Parkside Career Inquiries

Do you want a job where you spend your day around happy dogs and people who love them as much as you do? At Dogtopia, you’ll play, coach and care for dogs in our open-play rooms, or be the friendly face pet parents see first. You don’t need professional dog experience. We teach you everything. What we need is someone dependable, positive and ready to work hard.

Whether you want a flexible part-time job, a place to start a career, or a full-time leadership role with a path to General Manager, there is a spot on our team for you!

Dogtopia Trainer and dog
Dogtopia worker petting a dog
Dogtopia workers and dogs in the playroom
Dogtopia workers waking a dog

Ready to apply?

Send your resume to [email protected] and we’ll reach out shortly to set up a time to talk!

Positions available

  • Canine Coach / Playroom Attendant
    • You run a playroom of dogs: reading body language, keeping play safe, keeping rooms clean, and learning baths and spa services.
    • Standout, dependable new hires have a quick promotional track to higher-paying roles like Rover and Shift Lead.
    • Morning and afternoon shifts: 6:45am-12:45pm and 1:45pm-6:45pm
    • Part-time. High performers can earn 30+ hours per week.
  • Assistant General Manager
    • This is our GM in training. You lead the front desk and playroom teams, help hire, train and schedule, and take on more ownership of the store over time.
    • Full-time, Tuesday–Saturday

Not sure which fits? Apply anyway and tell us about yourself. Many of our leaders started as Canine Coaches!

What we offer

  • Paid training: online Dogtopia Connect courses, then shadow shifts and hands-on practice with experienced teammates before you run a room on your own
  • Pay of $13–$16 per hour for hourly roles, depending on position and experience; Assistant General Managers earn approximately $45,000–$50,000 per year plus incentive compensation
  • A real career ladder: Canine Coach, Rover, Shift Lead, Assistant GM, General Manager, with pay increases as you move up
  • A positive, friendly, and collaborative work environment where our team is united around a shared love for dogs
  • Flexible scheduling for part-time roles
  • Paid time off for full-time salaried team members
  • State-of-the-art facilities

About you

  • You love dogs of every size and breed
  • You are at least 18 years old
  • You are reliable, because the dogs and your teammates count on you
  • You stay calm under pressure and notice the details
  • You can be on your feet for a full shift in a lively, loud environment
  • You’re positive, a good communicator, and a real team player
  • For Assistant General Manager: You have management or customer service experience, can lead and coach others, welcome feedback, and can work Tuesday through Saturday. You’re comfortable on a computer, enjoy talking with people, and are at ease helping families say yes to what’s best for their dog.
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Birmingham – Parkside

Mon 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Tue 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Wed 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Thu 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Fri 6:00 AM - 7:30 PM
Sat 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Sun 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

*Daycare starts at 7:00 am and ends at 6:00 pm
*Sunday hours are for boarding pick up and drop off only