Dog Walker

This will be an ongoing position, not a short-term gig. The initial contract is 6 months, with the option to renew.

*While a car is not strictly required, this role involves traveling between multiple client homes throughout our service area. Our walkers are paid per appointment, not hourly, so relying solely on public transportation or walking makes the job inefficient and financially impractical. Applicants must have a personal vehicle, bike, or e-scooter. (Our service area is Del Ray, Old Town, Belle Haven, and Potomac Yard Alexandria Virginia.)

The ideal candidate should:

• Have reliable transportation (personal car, bike, or e-scooter)
• Be able to follow detailed client care instructions, multi-task, work independently while problem solving
• Have a love and appreciation for animals and interest in learning behavioral and training techniques
• Be honest and reliable, eager to learn, positive attitude and good communication
• Ideal Midday walker candidate would have Monday through Friday (10am-4pm) availability. *If your availability is different than this, please reach out with your availability. We may be able to work with it.*
• Enjoy exercise and being outdoors in ALL weather
• Have a smart phone for daily communication/maps/scheduling
• Fluent in English, both verbally and in writing
• Pass a background check
• Be over the age of 18
• Punctuality and excellent time management skills

Work can include midday dog walks, dog-park adventures, pet taxi, and cat care. There are additional opportunities to board in your home or do overnights in the client's home, as well as evening and weekend walks/cat care.

Pay is per walk, but averages $18-25/hr. Someone with open midday availability M-F who also does overnights/boarding could make upwards of $3k/month

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Come work with us!! You'll love working here for the:
-Supportive and positive team environment
-Part-time hours midday, allowing you time for the rest of your life
-Management handles all scheduling and client communication for walkers/sitters

A bit about us: We are known for being friendly and professional, passionate and knowledgeable about animals, attentive and trustworthy. However, as a part of The Puppy Au Pair team, you being happy and enjoying your work is just as important! Open communication and feeling valued, heard, and appreciated is a must!

Job Types: Part-time, Contract

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program

Application Question(s):

• Most of our weekday walks occur between 10am-4pm. Some of our walkers work the whole shift and others have a set availability of 10am-2pm, 11am-2:15pm, as a few examples. What would your availability be if you were to join our team?
• If hired, could you commit to a minimum of six months? (This is standard for the industry.)
• While a car is not strictly required, this role involves traveling between multiple client homes throughout our service area. Our walkers are paid per appointment, not hourly, so relying solely on public transportation or walking can make the job inefficient and financially impractical and is not a good match. Applicants who have access to a personal vehicle, bike, or scooter tend to have a much smoother and more sustainable experience in this role. (Our service area is Del Ray, Old Town, Belle Haven, and Potomac Yard Alexandria Virginia.)

Indicate which you have:
A. a personal car
B. a personal bike
C. a personal e-scooter
D. none of the above

Experience:

• Pet care: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person