Job Description
Atlas and Dog Walking D.C. (DWDC) are hiring for a Dog Walker in the Washington D.C. area. The Dog Walker will walk dogs for multiple clients and follow agreed-upon routes and schedules.
Responsibilities for the Dog Walker:
- Enter the clients’ home, harness/leash the dog(s), and begin walk (start time)
- Safely and responsibly walk the dog(s) for specified amount of time (either 30 or 60 minutes)
- Follow the client-provided care instructions, including training preferences
- If needed, ensure that the dog(s) has ample water supply upon the end of the walk and, if required by client, crate the dog(s)
- Practice proper time management to ensure on-time arrivals for all assigned visits
- Communicate with clients and supervisor as needed
Requirements for the Dog Walker:
- Ability to work Monday - Friday from approximately 10:30am - 4pm (weekends and holidays are optional)
- Must have own reliable form of transportation (either car or bicycle)
- Uphold an honest, patient, positive, and professional demeanor when entering clients homes, walking the dog(s), and communicating with clients or staff
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Must be comfortable working and interacting with both small and large dogs or cats and continuously show compassion
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check
- Must have a reliable smartphone in order to utilize the Atlas/DWDC app for the dog walks
Compensation for the Dog Walker:
* Calculated on a per-walk/per-dog basis
Job Tags
Contract work, Monday to Friday, Weekend work, Weekday work,