Split Shift Pet Sitter

Pets Are Family Pet Sitting; 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

Referral program

Job summary

Pets Are Family Pet Sitting Services LLC in Alexandria, VA is seeking split-shift pet sitters to care for dogs, cats, and other pets. Ideal candidates work up to 30 hours per week, with early mornings and evenings, and a friendly, customer-focused attitude.

Training is provided, and the team values reliability and animal-loving passion. Responsibilities include feeding, walking, companionship, playtime, and basic home care while clients are away.

Qualifications

• Love working with animals and welfare.
• Able to feed, walk, and play with cats and dogs.
• Commit to at least 6 months.
• Morning availability and 2 weekends per month.
• Availability for 2 of 3 major winter holidays.
• Strong communication skills.
• Document daily activities and report concerns.
• Reliable car and live within 5 miles of Alexandria, VA.
• Reliable smartphone compatible with company software.
• Pass a criminal and vehicle background check.
• At least 18 years old and a high school graduate.

Responsibilities

• Provide feeding, walking, companionship and playtime for pets, plus plant watering, mail pickup and basic home care while clients are traveling.
• Flexible scheduling with split shifts between mornings and evenings.
• Maintain timely and accurate reports of pet welfare and activities to guardians and supervisors.

Skills

Animal care

Communication skills

Reliability

Driving

Work commitment

Availability for holidays

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Smartphone apps

Job description

Do people in your life describe you as a \"animal person\"? Perhaps you already volunteer with a shelter or a rescue? Our split-shift pet sitters are early risers who love to start the day with a cat in their lap or taking a dog for a walk. Then come back again in the afternoon or evening to do it all over again! We are especially interested in hiring people who have previous experience in the pet care field and will consider previous experience to offer a higher starting pay! Our ideal candidate is looking to work up to 30 hours a week caring for cats and dogs and wants to advance into leadership roles within the company. See details below!

Pets Are Family Pet Sitting Services LLC is growing quickly thanks to our 5-star reviews from happy clients, great pay and for compassionate adults who are passionate about working with animals and want to work in a collaborative environment. If you're a life-long animal lover and have a heart for serving in your community, this may be a great fit for you! Our team works closely with our clients to provide reliable, timely, loving care to their dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, pocket pets, and reptiles.

Previous experience is highly valued but not required as new employees are provided with initial and ongoing paid training. You are highly encouraged to read through our website at www.petsarefamilypetsitting.com to understand our care philosophy. We have a high regard for relationships and hospitality through our work.

What you'll love:

• flexible hours - we work with you so you can work with us!
• Joyful work- dog walks and cat cuddles- yes, it's that great!
• Take a beat for joy-filled, meaningful work
• 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:

• Split shift pet sitters are available between minimally between 7-10am and 5-8pm Wednesday through Sundays. (You'll provide feeding, walking, companionship and playtime for pets, as well as plant watering, mail pickup, and basic home care while clients are traveling.)
• Visits for dogs are typically 30 - 60 minutes between 7-9 am.
• Visit times for cats are either once or twice daily (one AM visit and one PM visit) for either a 15 or 30-minute visit.
  

Requirements for the split-shift pet sitter position:

• You love working with animals and are passionate about their welfare!
• You love both cats and dogs! You are comfortable feeding, walking, and playing with pets according to their individual needs. You are able to monitor the behavior and health of the pets and report any concerns to the supervisor.
• You can make a 6 month commitment to working for the company. Clients who travel regularly prefer to have a relationship the same sitter or combination of two sitters.
• You have consistent morning availability and are available to work at least 2 weekends a month.
• You are able to work at least 2 of the 3 major winter holidays: Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve & Day, New Year's Eve & New Year's Day (Don't worry! You'll be able to have a holiday too, and you'll be paid more per visit during this time.)
• You have strong communication skills (both orally and in writing) and you have the ability to provide exceptional customer service to our pets' 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 pets' 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 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 Pet Sitters are paid by the visit (commission) which averages $18-24/hr. with tips and holiday bonus pay per visit. Employees receive ongoing, paid professional development and training.

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
• Referral program

Experience:

• Large dog handling: 1 year (Preferred)
• Cat care (preferred)

Shift availability:

• Morning Shift (Required)
• Evening Shift (Required)
• Weekend Shift (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Alexandria, VA 22315 (Required)