Pet Sitter - Passionately Pets

Passionately Pets•Alexandria, VA

9d•$24 - $28

About The Position

Passionately Pets is hiring pet sitters and dog walkers for its local in-home pet sitting and dog walking service. The position involves visiting clients’ homes to care for pets while their owners are away. Visits typically last 15–30 minutes and vary according to client needs. This part-time supplemental-income role offers compensation of $24–$28 per hour plus tips, paid on a per-visit basis. Applicants from LGBTQ and POC communities are encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Must have a reliable mode of transportation for performing the duties of the role.
Must have a reliable smartphone with internet access and a data plan.
Must be extremely detail oriented and able to follow detailed instructions.
Must be responsible, reliable, dependable, timely, and punctual.
Must be able to self-manage.
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Must be compassionate about animals and 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 six-month commitment; a longer commitment is preferred.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Residence in Northern Virginia within 7 miles of 22301 is preferred.
A commitment longer than six months is preferred.

Responsibilities

Work weekdays, weekends, and holidays as visits vary based on client needs.
Enter clients’ homes and visit their pets for varying lengths of time, usually 15–30 minutes.
Act as the primary caregiver for pets while their owners are away.
Walk pets as requested.
Feed pets as requested.
Clean litter boxes and/or cages as required.
Check that pets have ample clean water and refill it as necessary.
Check homes for accidents or damage caused by pets while owners are away.
Clean any accidents or damage discovered in clients’ homes.
Communicate with management.