Pet Care Specialist

Naples Pet Services has been steadily growing since its inception in 2019. Unlike traditional doggie daycare, Naples Pet Services pampers each pet in the comfort and familiar surroundings of our clients' homes. Our services extend beyond dogs and cats to include birds, small animals, reptiles, and exotics.

We currently service all of Naples and surrounding areas. In the Fall of 2023 we started our East Coast division servicing Boca Raton and surrounding areas; we are hiring a Pet Care Specialist to add to our Boca Raton team. We are hiring for part-time supplemental positions; at this time we are hiring for growth and not for current need. Once we have 2-3 employees in the area, we will start targeted marketing specifically in this area.

We are hiring for part time supplemental positions and seeking candidates with multiple day availability for:

• Day time visits;
• Mid-Day / Noon visits;
• Evening visits; or
• Overnight visits (Note: Overnight visits are 12-hour visits in clients’ homes with start times scheduled between 5pm and 10pm)

Are you:

• A stay-at-home parent who is looking for an employer with an adaptable schedule
• A family caregiver looking for a flexible work arrangement
• Retired and seeking a rewarding position to keep active
• A military spouse who is looking to care for pets during the day
• Someone looking for supplemental income

The Pet Care Specialist position is ideal for pet loving individuals looking for an employer that is ready to accommodate YOUR schedule! This part-time supplemental position does not lock you into traditional work shifts/hours as we are not operated from a physical location; all of the pet care we provide is in the homes of our clients and upon their request, so scheduling will vary from week to week.

We offer our clients different types of visits for their pets, varying in length of time, which lend themselves to a variety of different schedules. We also offer flexibility regarding weekends and holidays.

Pet Care Specialist: You are paid per visit and the rate depends on the length of visits and the number of pets in the household. In addition, you will receive 100% of tips.

Pet Care Specialist responsibilities include:

• Feeding and caring for pet(s) based on client specifications
• Administering medication as necessary
• Providing detailed written updates to clients after each visit, using our programmed software
• Taking several pictures for clients and including in visit updates

Pet Care Specialist requirements:

• Must enjoy and have experience caring for animals.
• A minimum age of 18 years old is required with US work authorization
• Reliable transportation
• Reliable cell phone
• High School diploma or GED
• Able to communicate effectively and in a timely manner
• Adept at problem solving
• Time management ability to complete multiple tasks within visit timeframes
• Comfortable walking outdoors in various conditions including heat and rain.
• Completion of the skills tests and application questions outlined below

Pet Care Specialist Physical Requirements:

Good physical stamina and mobility including, but not limited to, the following:

• Comfortable walking outdoors up to 3 miles in rain and/or heat
• Capable of lifting or transporting up to 60 pounds, if required

Notice to all applicants:

If your profile is a good fit for the Pet Care Specialist position, we will contact you about scheduling a phone interview, via email that will ask you to check into your indeed profile that you created to apply. You can miss a request for interview if you don't check into your email or candidate profile, so please check often. Throughout each step of the onboarding process, If we don't hear from you within a week, we will assume you are no longer interested in the position.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $25.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Day range:

• Holidays
• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Shift:

• Afternoon shift
• Day shift
• Morning shift
• Overnight shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Tips

Work setting:

• In-person

Application Question(s):

• Are you willing to undergo a background check?
• Are you willing to sign a non solicitation and non compete agreement? This agreement would require, if hired by Naples Pet Services, you would not work for any current private clients, to include but not limited to Rover, Wag!, Care.com. Please confirm if you agree with these terms and are interested in moving forward with the application process.
• Part time supplemental position means There WILL BE WEEKS OR MAYBE MONTHS where no visits are available for scheduling for you/your area. How does this impact your interest in the position?
• What experience have you had with animals? What types of animals have you cared for?
• What part of town do you live in? Please provide your current city & zip code.
• How do you feel about possibly having to drive throughout the county for a visit?
• How many nights per week are you willing to work overnights in the clients home? Overnight visits require that you remain with the pets for 12 hours. These visits typically begin between 5pm and 9pm. Keep in mind, we would not require you to work 7 overnights per week.
• Do you anticipate your availability changing in the next several months?
• Are you willing to work holidays?
• What are your top three qualities that you feel would benefit you in this job?
• How many days a week are you available between the hours of 10am and 4pm? Specify any additional hours/days you may also be available.
• Beyond liking animals, why do you think you would be a good fit for the Pet Care Specialist position?

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person