Midday Dog Walker - Shirlington

Passionately Pets; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a vibrant team dedicated to providing exceptional pet care in a fun and rewarding environment. As a dog walker with this innovative company, you'll enjoy the outdoors while caring for beloved pets. This part-time, supplemental income role allows you to create your own schedule while ensuring pets receive the love and attention they deserve. Ideal for animal lovers, this position offers flexibility and the chance to make a real difference in the lives of pets and their owners. If you possess a compassionate heart and enjoy an active lifestyle, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation and a Smart Phone with internet access.
• Must be compassionate and comfortable with all types of animals.

Responsibilities

• Visit clients' homes to care for their pets for 15-30 minutes.
• Walk, feed, and check on pets while ensuring their safety.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent written and verbal communication

Compassionate about animals

Self-management

Timeliness and punctuality

Tools

Smart Phone

Job description

Are you seeking a job you really enjoy? One that gets you out of the office and into the fresh air? Do you love dogs and other pets? Then, joining the Passionately Pets Team may be the right job for you!

Passionately Pets, a local In-Home Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Company, is currently hiring exceptional dog walkers to join our wonderful team. This position is fun and rewarding as you get to enjoy the outdoors, get exercise and be loved by amazing local dogs, cats, and other companion animals!

Midday Dog Walker Responsibilities:

• Enter the homes of clients and visit with their pets for varying lengths of time (usually 15-30 minutes each).
• Walk pets as requested.
• Feed pets as requested.
• Check that pets have ample, clean water supply and refill as necessary.
• Patrol homes for accidents or damage caused by pets in the absence of their owners.
• Clean any accidents or damage discovered in homes of our clients.
• Communicate with Management.

Midday Dog Walker Requirements and Qualifications:

• Northern VA residence within 3 miles of 22206 is preferred.
• Must be available for a minimum of 2 hours between 10 AM & 3 PM Monday-Friday.
• Must have your own, reliable mode of transportation to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
• Must have your own reliable Smart Phone with internet access and data plan.
• Must be extremely detail-oriented.
• Able to follow detailed instructions.
• Must be responsible, reliable, and dependable.
• Must be timely and punctual.
• Must be able to self-manage.
• Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be compassionate about animals.
• Must feel comfortable working with and interacting with both small and large animals.
• Must be willing to walk and drive in all weather conditions.
• Must be able to make at least a 6-month commitment, however longer is preferred.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Stay active in the outdoors with a flexible schedule. Compensation is $24-$28/hour plus tips, paid on a per visit basis.

LBGTQ and POC encouraged to apply.

This is a Part Time SUPPLEMENTAL INCOME position.