Application for Independent Contractor for Jamie's Petsitting

Application for Employment at Jamie's Petsitting

Dog Walker & Pet Sitter
Note: only applications completed in their entirety will be considered.
Full Legal Name

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Preferred First Name
(ie, if your name is Michael but you go by Mike)
Preferred Pronouns
she/her, he/him, they/them
Are you at least 18 years old?

YesNo
Do you own or lease a reliable vehicle?

YesNo
Current Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Email Address
example@example.com
Phone Number
Are you authorized to work in the US?

yesno
Have you ever been convicted of a Felony or Misdemeanor?

yesno
Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable transportation?

yesno
Available Start Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Available times to work *: (please select all that apply)

Weekday Mornings (7am-12pm)Weekday Afternoons (12-5pm)Weekday Evenings (5-9:30pm)Saturday/Sunday Mornings (7am-12pm)Saturday/Sunday Afternoons (12-5pm)Saturday/Sunday Evenings (5-9:30pm)Holidays (our busiest time of year)Overnight pet visits (sleepovers)
* Note these are not actual shifts; they are approximate timeframes to get an idea of availability.
Do you currently have a job? If so, are you looking to replace that job or supplement it?
What type of work are you looking for?

very part-time (~$150-250/wk)part-time (~$300-500/wk)
* Note: all sitters start out as PART-TIME employees. More hours are available once a sitter has a proven track record.
Please describe any other commitments that may impact your availability such as work, school, or family commitments. Include days/hours.
What formal experience do you have with caring for animals other than your own personal pets?
What types of animals do you have experience with caring for? Please check all that apply.

large/giant breed dogsmall dogcathorsebirdsmall animal (rabbit, mouse, guinea pig)reptile (bearded dragon, snake)diabetic animalsshy and/or fearful catsfear-aggressive dogs
Why are you interested in this position?
What would make you a good asset to Jamie’s Petsitting?
EDUCATION
HIGH SCHOOL
Name of High School
City & State (High School)
Year of Graduation (High School)
COLLEGE
Name of College (or other continuing education)
City & State
Field of Study
Type of Degree (and/or how many years attended)
Additional Education
Please describe any other continuing education, courses, certifications.
WORK HISTORY
Current Employer (CE):
Please type the business name of your current or MOST RECENT employer.
CE Location:
City & State
CE Supervisor:
Supervisor Name
Supervisor Email (and/or phone # below)
Supervisor Phone Number
CE Start Date:
Approximate start date at current or most recent job
CE End Date:
(state "n/a" if currently still employed)
CE Reason for Leaving:
References:

At least one reference should a previous employer. The other two should be directly related to animal care experience. Please do NOT include family members as references.
Reference #1: (PREVIOUS EMPLOYER)

First NameLast Name
Reference #1 (company)
Company Name
Reference #1 (contact info)

E-Mail Address

Phone Number

CityState

Postal / Zip Code
Reference #1 (relationship)
What is your Reference #1's relationship to you? (ie, supervisor, coworker, etc)
Reference #2: (ANIMAL CARE RELATED)

First NameLast Name
Reference #2 (company)
Company Name (if applicable)
Reference #2 (contact info)

E-Mail Address

Phone Number

CityState

Postal / Zip Code
Reference #2 (relationship)
Work Relationship / Description (ie, petsitting client, supervisor, etc)
Reference #3: (ANIMAL CARE RELATED)

First NameLast Name
Reference #3 (contact info)
Company Name (if applicable)
E-Mail Address

Phone Number

CityState

Postal / Zip Code
Reference #3 (relationship)
Work Relationship / Description (ie, petsitting client, supervisor, etc)
The following questions are just to help me get an idea of your experience level. All potential sitters will go on several ride-alongs and receive extensive training prior to providing any pet care services on their own. Please do not use AI – I am looking for authentic responses & independent thinking.

Please be as descriptive as possible when answering the following questions.
You enter a client's home. Their care notes indicate that there are 2 cats, but you only see 1. What would you do?
When meeting a new dog, how would you approach it? What types of behaviors might you avoid?
You enter a client's home and the dog has had diarrhea all over the floors. What would you do?
You are caring for 2 larger breed dogs and they end up getting into a fight over a toy while you are there. What would you do?
Tell me about a time when you had to deal with a pet emergency.
Anything else you would like me to know?
Pet care is very rewarding, but it is still a JOB.

If you do not feel comfortable with all of the responsibilities listed below, then this opportunity may not be for you:
- Cleaning: scooping cat litter; cleaning up messes such as poop/diarrhea, pee, or puke
- Lifting senior dogs who may need help up/down stairs
- Being willing to work holidays, nights, weekends
- Doing a lot of driving (and having a backup plan should your car break down)
- Working with dogs who may be shy/fear-aggressive (not all clients are perfect! but we love them all)
- Following client instructions down to very last detail, no matter how silly/tedious the instructions may seem
- Being able to recognize & react in emergency situations.
- Being passionate about animals – going above & beyond what is asked by clients. My business is based on our reputation, and that is influenced by the work ethic of all of our employees. If you are looking for an “easy” job, please look elsewhere!
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Application for Employment at Jamie's Petsitting

EDUCATION

WORK HISTORY

References:

Pet care is very rewarding, but it is still a JOB.