Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

**Job Opportunity: Pack Leader (Dog Walker & Pet Sitter)**:

- Location: Glebe and Vanier, Ottawa_

**Walk With Me Ottawa** is a well-established and growing dog walking, training, and boarding company serving the Ottawa area. We’re currently hiring reliable, passionate, and experienced individuals for **Pack Leader** roles across Ottawa.

Important: A personal SUV or hatchback with working AC is required.
This is a long-term role, not suitable for seasonal/summer-only applicants.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Conduct client consultations and onboarding sessions
- Lead group off-leash adventure walks at our private, fenced acreage in Dunrobin (10 minutes from Kanata tech park)
- Option to increase income by offering private walks, puppy visits, and boarding services
- Potential opportunity to join our Trainer Apprentice Program

**What We’re Looking For**:

- **Vehicle**: SUV or hatchback (must be dog-friendly and okay getting messy)
- **Tech-savvy**: Smartphone with data and camera; required to create a dedicated WWMO Instagram account
- **Availability**: Monday to Friday, 9am-3pm; this is a full-time, long-term position with part-time hours (option to supplement income outside walking hours). Fewer days per week may be considered.
- **People skills**: Friendly, professional, and strong communicator
- **Physically capable**: Able to lift up to 50 lbs and walk in all seasons on varied terrain
- **Outdoor enthusiast**: Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions
- **Self-starter**: Independent, dependable, and collaborative
- **Calm under pressure**: Patient, empathetic, and able to manage high-stress situations involving dogs, clients, or team members

**What We Offer**:

- Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced team members
- Admin support to help build and maintain your clientele
- Systems for client management, scheduling, and invoicing
- Opportunities for expanded services and income
- The possibility of bringing your own dog to work

**Additional Details**:

- This is an **independent contractor** position (not salaried employment)
- You’ll be paid a flat-rate commission per dog walked
- Income ranges from **$30,000-$55,000/year**, depending on experience and workload
- You’ll be required to:

- Obtain a Pet First Aid certification
- Provide a clean, current Criminal Record Check
- Register for an HST number once you reach the income threshold

**Perks**:

- Casual dress code
- Company events and team support
- Flexible scheduling (no weekends required)

**To Apply**:

- Type of vehicle you drive
- Area(s) of Ottawa you’re able to service
- Your weekly availability
- Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent_
- Salary: $30,000-$55,000/year_

Pay: $30,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Casual dress
- Company events
- Flexible schedule

Application question(s):

- Vehicle Type
- Location/ area of city you're willing to service
- Availability

Work Location: In person