Weekday Dog Walker

DogWalkingDC; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

DogWalkingDC is hiring a Dog Walker to provide pet care services in Washington D.C. Responsibilities include safely walking dogs, following client instructions, and practicing proper time management. Ideal candidates should be compassionate, possess strong communication skills, and have reliable transportation for work.

Qualifications

• Must have reliable transportation (car or bicycle).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Walk dogs for specified time based on instructions.
• Ensure the dog has water after the walk.
• Communicate with clients and supervisors as needed.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Time Management

Job description

Atlas and Dog Walking D.C. (DWDC) are hiring for a Dog Walker in the Washington D.C. area. The Dog Walker will walk dogs for multiple clients and follow agreed-upon routes and schedules.

Responsibilities for the Dog Walker:

• Enter the clients’ home, harness/leash the dog(s), and begin walk (start time)
• Safely and responsibly walk the dog(s) for specified amount of time (either 30 or 60 minutes)
• Follow the client-provided care instructions, including training preferences
• If needed, ensure that the dog(s) has ample water supply upon the end of the walk and, if required by client, crate the dog(s)
• Practice proper time management to ensure on-time arrivals for all assigned visits
• Communicate with clients and supervisor as needed
  
  
  

Requirements for the Dog Walker:

• Ability to work Monday - Friday from approximately 10:30am - 4pm (weekends and holidays are optional)
• Must have own reliable form of transportation (either car or bicycle)
• Uphold an honest, patient, positive, and professional demeanor when entering clients homes, walking the dog(s), and communicating with clients or staff
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Must be comfortable working and interacting with both small and large dogs or cats and continuously show compassion
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check
• Must have a reliable smartphone in order to utilize the Atlas/DWDC app for the dog walks
  
  
  

Compensation for the Dog Walker:

• Calculated on a per-walk/per-dog basis