Pet Sitter - Old Town

Passionately Pets; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking passionate pet sitters and dog walkers to join their fun and rewarding team. This part-time position allows you to enjoy the outdoors while caring for beloved pets. Responsibilities include walking, feeding, and ensuring the well-being of animals in their homes. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, reliable, and compassionate about animals. Set your own hours and stay active while making a positive impact in the lives of pets and their owners. If you love animals and want a fulfilling job, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• Must be responsible, reliable, and dependable.
• Able to follow detailed instructions and self-manage.

Responsibilities

• Act as primary caregivers for pets while their owners are away.
• Communicate with management and patrol homes for accidents.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Excellent communication skills

Compassion for animals

Self-management

Reliability

Tools

Smartphone with internet access

Reliable transportation

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 pet sitters and 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!

Pet Sitter Responsibilities:

• Work weekdays, weekends, and holidays, as visits vary based on client needs
• Enter the homes of clients and visit with their pets for varying lengths of time (usually 15-30 minutes each)
• Act as primary caregivers for pets while their owners are away
• Walk pets as requested
• Feed pets as requested
• Provide appropriate litter box and/or cage clean-up as required
• Check that pets have an 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 clients' homes
• Communicate with Management

Pet Sitter Requirements and Qualifications:

• Northern VA residence within 5 miles of 22314 is preferred
• Must have your own reliable mode of transportation to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this role
• Must have your own reliable smartphone 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, longer is preferred
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check

Set your own hours, stay active, and have fun. Compensation is $24-$28 per hour plus tips, paid on a per-visit basis.

LBGTQ+ and POC encouraged to apply.

This is a Part-Time SUPPLEMENTAL INCOME position.