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Our Team Values

Kim's K-9 has a family atmosphere for customers AND staff that stems from our strong core values - DIGNITY, INTEGRITY, and GROWTH.

DIGNITY - Every member of the Kim’s K-9 family is treated with respect for the valuable, unique human being that they are. We build each other up and support each other during the good and the bad days.
INTEGRITY - we authentically care about the dogs and the humans with joy and calm patience. We hold ourselves accountable to make the best decisions for everyone, and to remain loyal to the team.
GROWTH - We are challenged to grow every day; mentally, emotionally, and as a human person. We teach each other, we help each other, and we mentor and guide each other to success.

We pride ourselves on building and maintaining a culture of welcoming support for our clients and staff alike.

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Wags, Woofs, and Laughs

We love to host team bonding and holiday-themed events! If you join the team, you'll be invited to join us for our annual Staff Easter Egg Hunt, Pumpkin Carving, and Cookie Decorating.

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Available Positions

We are ALWAYS looking for people who match our values to join our caring team - people who are independent thinkers, who have a love for learning, and a heart to help dogs and to help other people. We treat our clients and their pets like family, and that supportive atmosphere extends to our staff as well.

Current Roles at Kim's K-9:

Office Staff: The client-facing crew at Kim's K-9, our office staff help us to check dogs in, send dogs home, and settle accounts. They also help with client communications, and hang out with our kennel cat, Styles.
Kennel Techs: A dog's best friend! Kennel Techs help keep things running smoothly for the dogs, and protect them from spreading illness. They are responsible for monitoring play time, administering food, and cleaning in-between play groups.
Trainers: We require specialized training for our dog trainers, as well as experience working in our kennel atmosphere. Trainers work with pets and people to instill good habits and create happy, healthy canine citizens.

Kim's K-9 has been supporting the dog-loving community of West Michigan for over three decades - join us and be a part of something bigger than yourself!

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Where should I apply?

We collect applications through our Wizehire link. Applications submitted elsewhere may not be considered. Use the "apply" links on this page to reach our hiring portal. Our team will be in touch!

Are you hiring trainers?

At this time we are not hiring dog trainers. All of our dog trainers need to start as staff members, so they understand our training philosophy and values. We typically promote from within, and recommend starting your career with Kim's K-9 as a staff member or kennel tech!

How does interviewing work?

For kennel techs and office staff, interviewing at Kim's K-9 is a multi-step process. We will review your resume personally, and if it's a good fit, we'll bring you in for an in-person interview. If the team wants to move forward, we'll bring you in for a job shadowing day so you can see what life is like inside the kennel. After your trial day, if the team feels you are a good fit AND you enjoyed your day on the job, we'll set you up with an official Kim's K-9 shirt and get you working!

Does this job include scooping poop?

Just like dog ownership, taking care of other people's pets requires responsible cleanup. Working in the kennel involves keeping things sanitary across the board, to keep our people and pets safe. We scoop all kinds of things, poop included! Ask your interviewer the weirdest thing they've seen come out of a dog! The answer may surprise you.

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