Midday Dog Walker

Pets Are Family Pet Sitting Services LLC; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Flexible schedule

Mileage reimbursement

On-the-job training

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Job summary

Pets Are Family Pet Sitting Services LLC in Alexandria, VA is seeking a friendly, responsible part-time dog walker. You’ll join a team that values compassionate care for dogs, flexible hours, and ongoing paid training. Expect to walk dogs in our service area Monday–Friday, with daytime shifts and a typical 15–20 hour week.

Full training is provided; you’ll need a reliable car and a love for dogs weighing 50+ lbs. Compensation ranges from $18 to $24 per hour plus tips and seasonal bonuses.

Qualifications

• You love working with multiple dog breeds and ensure safety and well-being.
• Strong written and spoken communication for guardians.
• Own reliable car and live within close proximity to work area.

Responsibilities

• Walk and exercise dogs in various environments daily.
• Monitor dogs' behavior and report concerns to the company.
• Document daily activities and incidents.

Skills

Dog handling

Communication skills

Reliability

Background check

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Do people in your life describe you as a \"dog person\"? Perhaps you already volunteer with a shelter or a rescue? We're searching for compassionate and experienced dog walkers who want to grow into leadership roles within the company. Our dog walkers typically work Monday- Friday, from as early as 10am to as late as 3pm, once fully trained. If you are passionate about working with dogs and have a heart for serving in your community, this may be a great fit for you! Previous experience is highly valued but not required as new employees are provided with initial and ongoing paid training. Daytime dog walkers work throughout our service area Monday- Friday in the following areas: Kingstowne, Lorton, Franconia, Rose Hill, Eisenhower corridor, Belle View & Belle Haven, and Old Towne Alexandria

What You'll Love

• flexible hours - we work with you so you can work with us!
• Joyful work- puppies, puppies, puppies- yes, it's that great!
• Get paid to walk in the sunshine and exercise
• Work that doesn't even feel like work- let's be honest

Please note:

We will be accepting applications until we find the right staff, so if you are viewing this posting weeks after it's been published, please contact us as we may still need more staff members!

Additional Information

Midday dog walking occurs mainly between 11am-2pm, Monday- Friday- candidates must be available at least Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (please do not apply if you do NOT have this availability!). Employees may also become certified pet sitters in addition to their daily dog walking schedule (if interested and have the proper availability).

Requirements For The Dog Walker Position

• You love working with a variety of breeds of dogs and are passionate about their welfare! You are comfortable walking and exercising dogs in various environments, ensuring their safety and well-being.
• You can provide attentive care, according to their individual needs. You are able to monitor the behavior and health of the dogs and report any concerns to the company.
• You are at ease working with dog breeds that weigh between 50-150 lbs. You'll walk smaller dogs too but the majority of our pups are at least 50 lbs.
• You have strong communication skills (both orally and in writing) and you have the ability to provide exceptional customer service to our dogs' guardians by promptly addressing any questions or concerns.
• You can document daily activities and report any unusual behavior or incidents to both the company and the dogs' guardians.
• You have a reliable car and live in or very close (within 5 miles) to the community where you will work.
• You have a reliable smartphone that can support our company's software and takes clear photos.
• You can commit to working with us at least 6 months. We value building and maintaining relationships with our clients!
• You can pass a criminal /vehicle background check.
• You are at least 18 years of age and a high school graduate.

Hours/Pay:

Fully trained and certified Dog Walkers are paid hourly between $18-$24 + tips + holiday bonus pay. Employees receive ongoing, paid professional development and training. A typical week is ranges between 15-20 hours total.

If you are interested in interviewing for a position with us, you will be asked to first complete a pre-interview questionnaire.

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. Pets Are Family hires employees (W-2), not independent contractors (1099).

Job Type:

Part-time

Benefits

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-the-job training
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Experience

• Large dog handling: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift Availability

• Day Shift (Required)

Ability To Commute

• Alexandria, VA 22315 (Required)