Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Green Paws Chicago • Chicago, IL

6d • $30,000 - $40,000

About The Position

Green Paws Chicago is hiring dedicated Pet Care Specialists to provide dog walking and cat care. The role offers independent work, time outdoors, and regular exercise while supporting pets and their owners. This is a full-time position requiring 6–8 hours of availability between 9 AM and 5 PM, Monday through Friday, with occasional evenings, weekends, and overnight stays. A minimum one-year commitment is required. Opportunities are available across the Chicagoland area.

Requirements

• A minimum one-year commitment.
• Comfort handling dogs of various breeds and sizes.
• Strong time-management skills and dependability.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate the city safely and work in all weather and seasons.
• Must pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

• Prior pet care experience, whether professional or volunteer, is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide dog walking and cat care.
• Walk one family’s pets at a time; pack walking is not performed.
• Navigate Chicago safely and work in all seasons.
• Communicate with pet parents and provide customer service.

Benefits

• Access to the Illinois Secure Choice IRA after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Aflac supplemental insurance after 30 days of full-time employment.
• Extra pay for evenings and weekends.
• Optimized geographic routes and office support for scheduling and client management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed