Lead Dog Walker

Brooklyn Bark; New York (NY); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

401(k) eligibility

Paid training

Overnight pet sitting opportunities

Job summary

Brooklyn Bark is New York's premier dog walking and cat sitting service offering GPS-verified walks and online scheduling. We seek experienced dog walkers to lead weekday routes, ensuring happy, healthy dogs and reliable client service.

This role includes guaranteed hours, paid training, and opportunities for overnight sits. Join a passionate team with PTO and 401(k) eligibility after a probation period, and participate in expanding our trusted, post-2010 NYC dog-care network.

Qualifications

• Availability weekdays 9am–5pm (Mon–Fri).
• Reliability, punctuality, and strong communication.
• Ability to handle weather conditions and long walks.
• Familiarity with Brooklyn neighborhoods.
• Eligible to work in the U.S. and 18+ years old.
• Prior client/dog-facing experience.
• Smartphone with data plan for communication and tracking.

Responsibilities

• Carry out dog walking routes across service areas.
• Provide coverage for emergencies in the field and maintain safety.
• Train and supervise new staff on routes and procedures.
• Take on new client routes and distribute materials in the field.
• Monitor and respond to staff and client chats promptly.
• Record staff performance and ensure safety compliance.
• Audit onboarding, keys, and client accounts.

Skills

Reliability

Punctuality

Communication skills

Experience with dogs

Smartphone with data plan

Job description

Are you passionate about pets?

So are we! Brooklyn Bark is New York's top-rated dog walker and cat sitter for busy professionals. Our clients experience the convenience of our advanced services, featuring GPS verification for added reassurance and seamless online scheduling for effortless coordination.

Dependability is one of the most important aspects to consider when selecting a pet care service provider. A cancellation can cause extreme stress for clients and pets, which is why Brooklyn Bark never cancels appointments. There is always someone on staff ready to step in. At Brooklyn Bark, we love what we do and we want to grow our team with like-minded pet lovers!

Role Overview

As an experienced dog walker, you'll take a lead position to ensure our clients' dogs are happy, healthy, and well cared for during weekday walks. This role includes 25 guaranteed hours per week and benefits such as Paid Time Off (PTO) and 401(k) payroll contributions.

What You'll Do

• Commute to different service areas to cover dog walking routes or run keys.
• Provide coverage for emergencies in the field to ensure all dogs are being walked.
• Accompany new staff on their routes for training and observation purposes.
• Handle new client routes and distribute marketing materials in the field.
• Monitor and respond to chat messages from staff and clients in a timely manner.
• Assist in recording staff performance and compliance with safety protocols.
• Audit staff onboarding, keys and client account information.

Why Join Brooklyn Bark?

• Founded in 2010: an experienced, trusted, and passionate New York team.
• W2, part-time positions with PTO and 401(k) benefits.
• Paid training and hands-on education in dog behavior.
• Additional Earning Opportunities with Overnight Pet Sitting and Small Group Walks

What We're Looking For:

• Experienced dog walkers with availability each weekday (Monday through Friday) 9am to 5pm.
• Reliability, punctuality, and great communication skills.
• Ability to withstand all weather conditions outside and several hours of walking each day.
• Familiarity with Brooklyn neighborhoods.
• Eligibility to work in the U.S. and a minimum age of 18.
• Prior experience with clients and dogs.
• A working smartphone with a data plan for communication and tracking walks.

Pay & Perks

• $19/hour with 25 hours a week guaranteed ($475.00 per week)
• PTO accrual and 401(k) eligibility after 6 months.
• Additional Earning Opportunities with Overnight Pet Sitting and After-Hour Walks