Job Title
Pet Care and Marketing Assistant
Company Overview
Pawsitive Dawg Walking and Pet Sitting is a Waltham, Massachusetts-based pet care company focused on force-free, fear-free care for dogs and cats. We provide solo dog walks and work with one family at a time so every pet receives individualized attention in a calm, safe, and supportive environment. Established in 2012, we are committed to compassionate care for animals and dependable service for pet owners.
The Opportunity
This is a strong opportunity for someone who wants to turn a genuine love of animals into meaningful, steady work with room to grow from part-time into full-time. In this role, you will combine hands-on pet care with local grassroots marketing that helps introduce our services to more pet owners in the community. For the right person, this is more than a flexible pet care job. It is a chance to build experience, take on broader responsibility, and become a valued contributor to a growing, mission-driven business.
What You'll Do
- Provide solo dog walks and pet sitting visits that give each animal focused, individualized care.
- Handle a range of daily pet care responsibilities including feeding, play, waste cleanup, litter box care, medication support when needed, and home-visit care.
- Safely manage dogs of different sizes and temperaments while maintaining high standards for animal welfare, client trust, and reliable service.
- Complete detailed visit updates through the scheduling app, including notes and photos for pet owners and the internal team.
- Manage your route independently, stay responsive during shifts, and step in when coverage or schedule adjustments are needed.
- Support local marketing efforts during open hours by dropping off flyers, small promotional items, or informational materials to nearby businesses and community locations.
- Monitor and respond appropriately to local Facebook posts and neighborhood group conversations when people are actively looking for pet care providers, following company guidelines for tone and messaging.
- Help build awareness of the business by identifying neighborhood partnership opportunities, maintaining a professional brand presence in the community, and sharing feedback on what outreach is generating interest.
- Work outdoors in changing New England weather conditions and maintain safe, reliable transportation between visits and outreach stops.
What Success Looks Like
- Within the first few weeks, you can confidently complete assigned walks and pet sitting visits on schedule with minimal supervision.
- Clients consistently receive reliable communication, thoughtful visit notes, and visible evidence of attentive care.
- Pets in your care are safe, comfortable, and well-managed, including those with medication needs, behavioral sensitivities, or more physically demanding routines.
- You become a dependable member of the team who can handle midday routes efficiently while also using slower periods productively to support local marketing efforts.
- Over the first 6 to 12 months, you help strengthen community visibility by consistently completing outreach activities, supporting lead generation, and contributing to business growth as your hours and responsibilities expand.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who genuinely enjoys working with both dogs and cats and who takes pride in being dependable, organized, compassionate, and proactive. The strongest candidates will have at least 2 years of hands-on animal care experience, whether personal, volunteer, or professional, and the confidence to handle both large and small dogs.
You Should Also Bring
- The physical ability to walk up to 6 miles per day and lift approximately 40 to 50 pounds when needed
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Comfort using a smartphone, GPS, scheduling software, and social media professionally
- Confidence representing a small business in person with local shops, apartment communities, and neighborhood contacts
- A reliable vehicle, valid driver's license, and auto insurance
- Availability during agreed-upon weekday hours, with flexibility for last-minute visits as needed
- A clean criminal background and driving record
- Four references, including 3 professional and 1 personal
Compensation And Benefits
Compensation is
$17.00 per hour, plus mileage reimbursement, a cell phone stipend, and 100% of tips.
This is a
W-2 employee position, not an independent contractor role.
Benefits Include
- Paid training
- Cell phone stipend
- Mileage reimbursement
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off after 12 months of employment
- Simple IRA for employees earning over $5,000 annually
- Direct deposit
- Bonding and liability insurance coverage
This role starts part-time and may grow into full-time for the right person. Additional earnings may be available through extra visits, pet sitting, overnights, weekend work, and expanded responsibilities.
Work Location / Schedule
This role is based in the Waltham, Massachusetts service area, including Waltham, Belmont, Watertown, and parts of Newton, Lexington, Weston, and Lincoln. Work is on-site and travel between client homes, local businesses, and community locations is required.
Current Weekday Schedule Options Include
- 15 hours per week between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
- 20 hours per week between 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m., Monday through Friday
A minimum 6-month commitment is preferred. Temporary or seasonal roles are not available at this time.
How To Apply
If you are a dependable animal lover who wants to do meaningful work, represent a thoughtful local brand, and grow with a compassionate pet care team, we encourage you to apply.
