Job Description
We are seeking to add a new dog walker to our growing team. This could be an amazing opportunity to make a difference in your community while working in a job you love! We plan to start this position as soon as possible.
offers a positive-reinforcement (R+)-oriented pet care experience to support families in the East Bay (Oakland, Berkeley, Emeryville, and Alameda). We are an award-winning business focused on safety, communication, and fun!
The Dog Walker position: - We provide Group Trail Hikes, Buddy Walks (smaller groups in the neighborhood), and private dog walking services.
- We also provide Puppy Playgroup Classes, Boarding (an optional service for employees to host client dogs in their homes), and Cat Care.
- As needed, you may need to visit our office location at 7574 Altura Pl, Oakland, CA 94605.
- Our next dog walker will need to be available Monday - Friday from 12pm to 3pm but we would prefer a candidate with additional morning availability.
- Most staff work 15-25 hours per week, but this position starts closer to 18 hours per week.
- Based on performance, client demand and availability, the position can grow closer to 25 hours weekly. The position is designed not to exceed 30 hours weekly.
- The current role will consist of private dog walking and Group Trail Hikes.
Compensation: $22 - $24 / hour (starting rate based on experience, additional bonuses and gratuity will be available).
$1400 - $1600 / month
- 100% Client gratuity
- Regular employee reviews with potential for compensation increases based on performance
- Earn up to 60 hours per year of paid time off to use for sick, vacation, or personal time
- Retirement savings 401K program
- Reimbursement for business mileage paid at the federal rate
- Time and a half pay for evenings/weekends and double time for holiday walks
- $10 monthly cell phone stipend
Additional benefits:
- The dogs we walk are carefully vetted based on individual temperament.
- Immediate support through our office if you have issues with clients/pets or an emergency
- Dedicated backup staff to cover for you in case of sickness or when you go on vacation.
- Paid on-the-job training and continuing education through the best positive-reinforcement dog trainers in the Bay Area.
The ideal candidate:
- An honest, patient, and enthusiastic person with a strong understanding of safety and time management.
- Previous professional or volunteer experience with animals is preferred, but a positive attitude and a desire to learn are just as important.
- They should enjoy an active work environment, working independently and outdoors regardless of weather conditions.
- Above-average verbal and written communication skills to communicate with staff, the general public, clients, and the office.
- A positive "can-do" attitude--extra consideration for those with professional social media experience, the ability to change a flat tire, or jump a car battery.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Holiday work, Part time, Immediate start, Outdoor, Weekend work, Day shift, Afternoon shift, Monday to Friday,