Pet Sitter - Passionately Pets

Passionately Pets•Alexandria, VA

2d•$24 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

Passionately Pets, a local In-Home Pet Sitting and Dog Walking Company, is currently hiring exceptional pet sitters and dog walkers to join their team. This position is fun and rewarding as you get to enjoy the outdoors, get exercise and be loved by amazing local dogs, cats and other companion animals! This is a Part Time SUPPLEMENTAL INCOME position. Compensation is $24-$28 per hour plus tips and is paid on a per visit basis. LBGTQ and POC encouraged to apply.

Requirements

Northern VA residence within 7 miles of 22301 is preferred
Must have your own, reliable mode of transportation to perform the duties and responsibilities associated with this role
Must have your own reliable Smart Phone with internet access and data plan
Must be extremely detail oriented
Able to follow detailed instructions
Must be responsible, reliable, and dependable
Must be timely and punctual
Must be able to self-manage
Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills
Must be compassionate about animals
Must feel 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 6 month commitment, however longer is preferred
Must be able to pass criminal background check

Responsibilities

Work weekdays, weekends and holidays, as visits vary based on client needs
Enter the homes of clients and visit with their pets for varying lengths of time (usually 15 - 30 minutes each)
Act as primary care givers for pets while their owners are away
Walk pets as requested
Feed pets as requested
Provide appropriate litter box and/or cage clean up as required
Check that pets have ample, clean water supply and refill as necessary
Patrol homes for accidents or damage caused by pets in the absence of their owners
Clean any accidents or damage discovered in homes of our clients
Communicate with Management