greenPAWSchicago
Chicagoland Dog Walker and Pet Sitter
greenPAWSchicago, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Green Paws Chicago is proud to have a team of dedicated
Pet Care Specialists
with a passion for animals that translates into better care. Our employees set the standard for customer service and pet advocacy, walking dogs, visiting cats and small animals, and servicing clients (the four‑legged and two‑legged ones!) with the love and care they deserve. We are committed to social responsibility, constantly exploring ways that we can improve our impact within the community.
We are currently looking for a
Pet Care Specialist
(Dog Walker) to join our team. This is an opportunity to thrive in an independent work environment, enjoy fresh air, get exercise walking, and spend your time improving the lives of dogs and cats while earning a living.
Availability and Schedule This position is
full‑time . To maintain a flexible schedule, the newest Pet Care Specialist should have at least 6–8 hours of open availability between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. You should also be available some evenings and weekends and ideally be open to overnight sittings. We look for a minimum of a one‑year commitment.
Responsibilities
Walk dogs of varying sizes and breeds.
Visit cats and other small animals for pet care services.
Provide assistance to clients with pet care and customer service.
Navigate Chicago safely and efficiently.
Work through all seasons and weather conditions.
Maintain accurate records and communication with clients.
Pass a criminal background check.
Qualifications
Excellent pet handling skills and intuition.
Prior experience with dogs and/or cats (own pets, volunteering, pet sitting, grooming, training).
Dependability, trustworthiness, strong time‑management skills.
Excellent customer service and
communication
skills.
Able to work through all seasons and weather Chicago offers.
Strong sense of direction and city navigation.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
Access to
Supplemental Insurance and Retirement Savings .
Workload Flexibility ; how much you earn is largely determined by you and the workload you take on (additional pay available for evening and weekend work).
Private walks only; visits with one family’s pet(s) at a time – no pack walking.
Optimized geographic routes and schedules with regular clients and pets.
Office support to manage client relationships and marketing.
Our Pet Care Specialists set their own schedules, largely determining their own income earning potential. For full‑time specialists who were available for the full 366‑day period of 2024, the annual gross earnings ranged from just under $34,000 to just over $42,000. After 30 days of full‑time employment, we offer optional participation in both the Illinois Secure Choice IRA retirement savings program and seven different forms of Aflac supplemental insurance.
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Pet Care Specialists
with a passion for animals that translates into better care. Our employees set the standard for customer service and pet advocacy, walking dogs, visiting cats and small animals, and servicing clients (the four‑legged and two‑legged ones!) with the love and care they deserve. We are committed to social responsibility, constantly exploring ways that we can improve our impact within the community.
We are currently looking for a
Pet Care Specialist
(Dog Walker) to join our team. This is an opportunity to thrive in an independent work environment, enjoy fresh air, get exercise walking, and spend your time improving the lives of dogs and cats while earning a living.
Availability and Schedule This position is
full‑time . To maintain a flexible schedule, the newest Pet Care Specialist should have at least 6–8 hours of open availability between 9 am and 5 pm, Monday through Friday. You should also be available some evenings and weekends and ideally be open to overnight sittings. We look for a minimum of a one‑year commitment.
Responsibilities
Walk dogs of varying sizes and breeds.
Visit cats and other small animals for pet care services.
Provide assistance to clients with pet care and customer service.
Navigate Chicago safely and efficiently.
Work through all seasons and weather conditions.
Maintain accurate records and communication with clients.
Pass a criminal background check.
Qualifications
Excellent pet handling skills and intuition.
Prior experience with dogs and/or cats (own pets, volunteering, pet sitting, grooming, training).
Dependability, trustworthiness, strong time‑management skills.
Excellent customer service and
communication
skills.
Able to work through all seasons and weather Chicago offers.
Strong sense of direction and city navigation.
Ability to pass a criminal background check.
Benefits
Competitive pay.
Access to
Supplemental Insurance and Retirement Savings .
Workload Flexibility ; how much you earn is largely determined by you and the workload you take on (additional pay available for evening and weekend work).
Private walks only; visits with one family’s pet(s) at a time – no pack walking.
Optimized geographic routes and schedules with regular clients and pets.
Office support to manage client relationships and marketing.
Our Pet Care Specialists set their own schedules, largely determining their own income earning potential. For full‑time specialists who were available for the full 366‑day period of 2024, the annual gross earnings ranged from just under $34,000 to just over $42,000. After 30 days of full‑time employment, we offer optional participation in both the Illinois Secure Choice IRA retirement savings program and seven different forms of Aflac supplemental insurance.
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