Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Green-Paws-Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Illinois Secure Choice IRA

Aflac supplemental insurance

Job summary

Green Paws Chicago is seeking dedicated Pet Care Specialists to provide top-tier dog walking and cat care. You’ll enjoy an independent work environment with regular exercise and fresh air while improving the lives of pets.

This full-time role requires 6–8 hours within 9 AM–5 PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight stays. A minimum one-year commitment is required.

Qualifications

• Animal intuition: Comfortable handling various breeds and sizes; professional or volunteer pet care experience preferred.
• Reliability: Strong time management and dependability in a dynamic environment.
• Communication: Excellent customer service for interacting with pet parents.
• Chicago toughness: Ability to navigate the city in all seasons and weather.
• Clearance: Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality dog walking and cat care.
• Maintain an independent, professional daily routine.
• Interact with pet parents to update them on care.
• Prioritize safety and well-being of pets at all times.

Skills

Animal intuition

Reliability

Communication

Chicago toughness

Background clearance

Job description

Green Paws Chicago is looking for dedicated Pet Care Specialists to provide top-tier dog walking and cat care. We pride ourselves on professionalism, social responsibility, and a deep love for our four-legged neighbors.

The Role

Enjoy an independent work environment, fresh air, and regular exercise while improving the lives of pets. This is a full-time position requiring 6–8 hours of availability between 9 AM – 5 PM, Monday–Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight stays. We require a minimum one-year commitment.

Qualifications

• Animal Intuition: Comfortable handling various breeds and sizes; prior pet care experience (professional or volunteer) is strongly preferred.
• Reliability: Strong time-management skills and a track record of dependability.
• Communication: Excellent customer service skills for interacting with pet parents.
• Chicago-Tough: Able to navigate the city safely and work through all four seasons (rain, snow, or shine!).
• Clearance: Must pass a criminal background check.

Why Green Paws?

• Competitive Pay: Full-time earners typically gross between $34,000–$42,000 annually, with extra pay for evenings and weekends.
• Private Walks: No pack walking; we focus on one family’s pets at a time.
• Support: We provide optimized geographic routes and full office support for scheduling and client management.
• Benefits: Access to the Illinois Secure Choice IRA and Aflac supplemental insurance after 30 days of full-time employment.