Pet Care Specialist
Salina, KS
Part Time
Student (College)
If caring for animals feels more like a calling than a chore, you may be exactly who we are looking for.
About Adventures In Pet Sitting
Position Overview
You will be expected to:
Core Responsibilities
This role is a strong fit if you:
This Role Is Not a Fit If You:
Training and Requirements
Compensation
Ready to Join the Adventure
Adventures In Pet Sitting is growing, and we are inviting dependable, compassionate, and adventure-minded individuals to join our Adventure Team as Pet Care Specialists. This is a professional role built on responsibility, trust, safety, and heart.
This is not a casual side gig. This is real, meaningful work for people who take animal care seriously and enjoy being part of something bigger than themselves.
About Adventures In Pet Sitting
Adventures In Pet Sitting is a professional, insured, and highly systemized in-home pet care company serving Salina and surrounding areas. We provide care for dogs, cats, small animals, farm animals, reptiles, and select exotics.
Our Loyal Adventurers trust us with their homes and their beloved companions. That trust is earned through clear systems, consistent communication, education, and care that goes far beyond the basics.
Our brand is built on:
Safety-first protocols
Clear communication and documentation
Education and enrichment
Adventure-inspired service experiences
Position Overview
As an Adventure Team Pet Care Specialist, you will provide in-home pet care services while working both independently in the field and collaboratively within a coordinated team structure.
Many visits are completed solo. However, you are never working alone. Adventure Team members stay connected through shared systems, team communication, and direct leadership oversight.
You will be expected to:
Communicate consistently with the team
Follow company systems, schedules, and protocols
Coordinate coverage and shared households when needed
Stay in direct communication with the Alpha Leader
This role requires independence, sound judgment, and accountability within a leadership-directed, team-based environment.
Core Responsibilities
Provide scheduled pet care visits in client homes
Follow all written pet care instructions precisely
Perform nose-to-tail wellness checks
Administer medications and supplements when trained
Walk dogs safely using approved leash handling and weather protocols
Provide enrichment appropriate to each pet
Maintain cleanliness of pet areas including bowls, litter boxes, kennels, and accidents
Complete basic home checks as instructed
Submit detailed, timely service reports with photos and or videos
Coordinate with other Adventure Team members when applicable
Communicate promptly with the Alpha Leader regarding:
Schedule or access issues
Pet health or behavior concerns
Home or safety concerns
Weather-related adjustments
Who Thrives in This Role
This role is a strong fit if you:
Enjoy working independently while staying connected to a team
Communicate clearly, promptly, and professionally
Appreciate structure, expectations, and accountability
Are dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented
Are comfortable using mobile apps and digital systems
Can adapt to changing schedules including holidays and peak seasons
This Role Is Not a Fit If You:
Prefer minimal communication or oversight
Dislike documentation, structure, or feedback
Are frequently late or unreliable
Are uncomfortable with GPS tracking, cameras, or reporting
View pet sitting as casual or unstructured work
Training and Requirements
Must be 18 years of age or older
Must pass a background check
Must have reliable transportation and a smartphone
Must complete required training within 48 hours after orientation
Must be willing to obtain Pet CPR and First Aid certification
Must attend in-person orientation in Salina
Scheduling Expectations
Shifts vary and may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays
Peak seasons include Spring Break, Summer, August, and major holidays
Availability must be kept current in Google Calendar
Reliability and flexibility are essential
Culture and Communication
Culture and Communication
Adventures In Pet Sitting operates as a collaborative Adventure Team.
Team members are expected to:
Use Slack and company systems consistently
Respond promptly during active shifts
Escalate concerns to leadership rather than guess
Follow all safety, communication, and service protocols
Support is always available, and communication is a core expectation of the role.
Compensation
Pay is per visit and based on service type and experience
Opportunities for raises, bonuses, and expanded roles
Paid training for required certifications
Ready to Join the Adventure
If you are dependable, compassionate, and excited about professional pet care, we would love to hear from you.
Apply today and begin your journey with Adventures In Pet Sitting.
Adventure Awaits 🐾
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