Job Description

About the Role:

We are a small, owner-operated dog daycare and dog sitting business looking for a reliable, organized, and compassionate Administrative Assistant to support daily operations. This is a hybrid role combining administrative work with some hands-on, in-person support involving dogs.

You will work very closely with the business owner in a one-on-one capacity. Because this is a small business, clear communication, patience, adaptability, and a positive attitude are essential.

Schedule & Compensation

• Pay: $25/hour
• Hours: 20–24 hours per week
• Approximately 18 hours in person
• 2–6 hours remote/work-from-home
• Status: Part-time, hybrid
• Benefits: Bring your own dog to work with you, flexible work schedule and all meals during work hours are provided or paid for

Key Responsibilities
Client Communication & Coordination

• Manage all client communications (primarily text and email)
• Answer inquiries, confirm bookings, and relay updates professionally and promptly
• Send weekly schedules to clients

Administrative & Organizational Tasks

• Weekly accounting and basic bookkeeping
• Maintain accurate client, dog, and veterinary records
• Assist with scheduling, organization, and general business administration
• Support the owner with day-to-day operational tasks

In-Person & Dog-Related Duties

• Comfortable handling and being around friendly dogs of various sizes and personalities
• Participate in pack walks as needed (must be physically fit and comfortable walking in all seasons)
• Perform light manual tasks such as:

- Cleaning the dog room
- Picking up dog waste in a fenced yard, providing fresh water

Working Relationship
You will work closely with the business owner, who is very kind, generous and detail-oriented. She has established systems and preferences for how things are done, so patience, attentiveness, and openness to feedback are extremely important. This role is best suited for someone who enjoys structure, clear expectations, and supporting a small business at a foundational level.

Ideal Candidate

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Dependable, punctual, and self-motivated
• Comfortable with dogs and physical activity
• Able to balance administrative work with hands-on tasks
• Patient, adaptable, and able to work closely with one person in a small team environment
• Prior administrative or office experience preferred but not required

This Job Is a Great Fit If You:

• Enjoy working in a small, close-knit environment
• Have a calm positive energy and communicate clearly
• Like variety in your workday (desk work + active tasks)
• Appreciate structure and clear systems
• Love dogs!!

Please apply by email to wsarah13@gmail.com with a resume and available start date. Cover letter is not required but encouraged.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: From $25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 – 24 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• On-the-job training
• Work from home

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Montpelier, VT 05602

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