Job Description

**Windy City Paws is Chicagos top-rated dog walking and petsitting company! In 2017 and 2019, Windy City Paws received the Best Dog Walkers in Chicago award from the Chicago Reader. We have been providing individual dog walks, dog runs, cat visits, and petsits in Chicago since 2009.**

An On-Call Windy City Paws Dog Walker and Cat Sitter must be committed to providing our customers the highest level of care and, most importantly, love being with dogs and cats!

**Responsibilities of an On-Call Dog Walker/Cat Sitter:**

* Providing loving care and enriching playtime whether inside with cats or outside on walks with dogs for the full duration of the service time.

* Prepare the dog(s) per household to go outside with the appropriate gear provided by the client.

* Provide food, water, and medication as instructed by the client. NOTE: WCP provides training for any level of medication requested.

* Picking up after pets outside on walks, scooping litter, and cleaning up any accidents in the home.

* Be able to provide care for all of Windy City Paws service offerings (dog walks, cat visits, petsits, etc)

* Commute to Windy City Paws service areas as needed.

* Be able to deliver marketing materials or post job flyers as needed.

**Qualifications and Skills for this position:**

* Have availability to be on call Monday through Friday 10am-4pm.

+ Our cut-off time for this position to be on call is 1 pm so if Windy City Paws has not reached out by 1 pm M-F, you do not need to remain on-call for the remainder of the day.

+ Even though this position is on-call to encapsulate emergencies, its very possible youll have advanced notice for many of our scheduling needs.

+ This position is ideal for a freelancer or someone who is able to work their own hours each day around any on-call work for Windy City Paws.

* Have a reliable car for regular and consistent use on the job.

* Be able to respond to Windy City Paws within 15 minutes of being reached out to.

* Be at least 21 years old.

* Must love cats and dogs! Professional experience is a plus!

* Be comfortable being outside in all sorts of weather.

* Have a smartphone or mobile device with WiFi and/or cellular data capabilities and daily internet access.

* Intend to make a minimum 3 month commitment to this job.

* Pass a background check before starting the position.

**Compensation & Financial Expectations:**

* Pay during on-call hours (when scheduled for walks/pet visits) M-F 10am-4pm: $19/hr

* Pay during evening & weekend hours (M-F 5-8pm & Sat/Sun 8am-8pm): $22.50/hr

+ NOTE: There is no expectation or need to work beyond on-call hours.

* We fully expect this position to get 8-20 hours of work per week but on the off chance that no hours are needed by Windy City Paws, you will receive a weekly stipend.

**Benefits and Perks of Working with Windy City Paws:**

* Enjoy the perks of being an employee!

* Work for a company that cares about your

* Paid training when you onboard and continued education on dog and cat behavior and handling throughout your tenure with us!

* Enjoy benefits like Paid Time Off and 401k paycheck contributions.

* Work directly with the WCP's Management Team. If you have a problem or need to give feedback, you're dealing with a small team of great people.

* Our online scheduling system lets you view your daily schedule and instructions/information for each pet.

**Apply for On-Call Dog Walker/ Cat Sitter**

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I certify that answers given herein are true, accurate, and complete to the best of my knowledge. I authorize investigation into all statements I have made on this Form as may be necessary for reaching an employment decision. In the event I am employed, I understand that any false or misleading information I knowingly provided herein or in subsequent interviews may result in discharge and/or legal action. I understand that this Career History Form is not the sole basis from which a hiring decision has been made, and understand that this Form will be used in conjunction with a series of interviews and assessments to determine my suitability for the role to which I am applying.

Full Name Date: 3/4/2022

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