Pet Sitter

Passionately Pets•Alexandria, VA

3d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Passionately Pets, a local in-home pet sitting and dog walking company, is hiring pet sitters to provide care for clients’ companion animals while their owners are away. Visits usually last 15–30 minutes and take place in clients’ homes across Del Ray, Old Town Alexandria, the West End (Duke Street Corridor), and South Arlington (Shirlington, Fairlington, National Landing, and Columbia Pike). The work involves outdoor activity and interaction with dogs, cats, and other animals. Scheduling varies with client needs, and sitters set their own hours. Compensation is $24–$28 per hour plus tips, paid per visit. This is a part-time supplemental-income position.

Requirements

Have a reliable mode of transportation for performing the job duties.
Have a reliable smartphone with internet access and a data plan.
Be extremely detail-oriented and able to follow detailed instructions.
Be responsible, reliable, dependable, timely, and punctual.
Be able to self-manage.
Have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Be compassionate about animals and comfortable working with and interacting with both small and large animals.
Be willing to walk and drive in all weather conditions.
Commit to at least six months; a longer commitment is preferred.
Pass a criminal background check.

Nice To Haves

Residence in Northern Virginia within five miles of 22301 is preferred.

Responsibilities

Visit clients’ homes and care for 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 cages as required.
Ensure pets have ample clean water and refill it as necessary.
Check homes for accidents or damage caused by pets while owners are away.
Clean accidents or damage found in clients’ homes.
Communicate with management.