Dog Walker

Are you an energetic and responsible individual who adores spending time with dogs? We're seeking passionate dog lovers to join our team as Dog Walkers at Bark Boston. As a Dog Walker, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the safety, happiness, and well-being of our furry clients during their outdoor adventures.

**Key Requirements and Responsibilities**:

- **Passion for Dogs**: We're looking for individuals with a genuine love for dogs and a dedication to their welfare and happiness.
- **Experience with Dogs**:Previous experience working with dogs, whether through professional dog walking, pet sitting, volunteering, or other related roles, is highly valued.
- **Knowledge of Dog Behavior**:Understanding canine behavior, leash manners, and social interactions is important for ensuring the safety and enjoyment of both the dogs and the walker.
- **Physical Fitness**: The role requires physical stamina to walk multiple dogs at a time, handle dogs of various sizes and energy levels, and clean up after them.
- **Reliability and Punctuality**:Dogs thrive on routine, so punctuality and reliability are essential to ensure consistent and timely walks.
- **Safety Consciousness**: Prioritize the safety of the dogs at all times, including safely crossing streets, avoiding hazards, and managing interactions with other dogs and people.
- **Multi-Dog Management**: Ability to handle multiple dogs on walks while maintaining control and ensuring their safety and well-being.
- **Cleanliness and Responsibility**:Responsible for cleaning up after the dogs, including picking up waste and ensuring cleanliness during walks.
- **Good Communication**:Maintain clear and professional communication with clients, providing updates on walks and any noteworthy observations.
- **Calmness and Patience**: Remain calm and patient in potentially stressful situations, such as managing challenging behaviors or unexpected encounters.
- **Attention to Detail**: Pay attention to the individual needs and preferences of each dog, as well as any potential health or safety concerns.
- **Clean Driving Record**:If driving is required for transporting dogs to walking locations, a clean driving record is necessary.
- **Background Check**: Must pass a background check to ensure the safety and security of the dogs in our care.

**Benefits**:

- Competitive Compensation: Hourly wage ranging from $18 to $25 per hour based on experience.
- Opportunities for Advancement: Room for growth and professional development within the company for dedicated team members.
- Flexible Schedule: Full-time and part-time positions available with flexible shifts to accommodate work-life balance.
- Fun Work Environment: Enjoy a supportive and enjoyable work atmosphere surrounded by furry friends.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 10 - 40 per week

Experience level:

- 1 year
- 2 years
- No experience needed
- Under 1 year

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Extended hours
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Work setting:

- In-person

Work Location: In person