ADVENTURE GUIDE & Certified Pet Professional
Job Summary
The Adventure Guide is responsible for providing effective dog walks, adventures, and ensuring pets are lovingly cared for. Reports to Administration through Manager.
The Adventure Guide assumes an active role in delivering excellent pet care services. Reliability and the ability to get from assignment to assignment on time and manage tight schedules are a must. She/he is responsible for meeting defined goals and expectations, complying with DCDS policies and procedures, playing a supportive role to the team, and having a great time with each furry friend and assignment.
Adventure Guide
Various Locations in the DC Metro Area, Washington, DC, United States
Description
SCHEDULE: Part-time
SHIFT: Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm
Adventure Guide
Part-Time Days, Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm
DC Dog Sitter - Various Locations in the DMV
Washington, DC
Qualifications
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree is Preferred
Be 21 years or older
One to Three Years of Experience in the pet professional field
License/Certification (Specify) or ability to complete our Certification Program (paid by DCDS)
Be able to pass CPR and first aid certification classes (provided by DCDS)
Maintain ongoing CEU’s (provided by DCDS)
Available during core work hours of 10 am to 4 pm
Be available some holidays and weekends
Have reliable transportation and insurance (vehicle is a must for this position)
Possess great communication skills and understand the importance of complete and grammatically correct sentences and timely responses
Must love dogs and cats!
Understand that taking care of animals is more than a job. It is a serious commitment and must be treated as such
Have animal handling experience.
Comfortable with all types, sizes, and breeds of dogs
Be comfortable with feline friends
Have excellent references
Ability to follow instructions and meet a demanding schedule
Have the physical ability to walk dogs and play with them
Have your own mobile/smartphone with the ability to text, email, and send photos
Be comfortable working outside in the rain, snow, and high and low temperatures
Live in close proximity to the service area or be willing to commute
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.