Job Description

Animal Assistant (Part-Time, Growth Potential)

Adventures In Pet Sitting — Salina, KS

About Us

At Adventures In Pet Sitting (AIPS), pet care is more than a job — it’s an Adventure . Since 2018, we’ve been proudly serving Saline County as a family-oriented business committed to caring for pets and supporting our loyal clients with the services they need, 365 days a year.

We care for dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, aquatics, small pets, and even farm animals while creating positive, adventurous experiences for families. We’re looking for Animal Assistants who are passionate about animals, enjoy creativity, and want to grow with us into Lead Assistant and eventually Manager roles.

What You’ll Do

• Provide daily pet care (feeding, walking, enrichment, medications, clean-ups).

• Care for a variety of species (dogs, cats, reptiles, birds, small pets, farm animals).

• Capture photos/videos during visits and contribute to creative social media posts and service reports.

• Support community events, workshops, and networking opportunities.

• Participate in continuous education : Pet CPR/First Aid, vet-led workshops, and industry training.

• Conduct research on enrichment, behavior, or care needs as assigned.

• Communicate clearly and positively with clients, teammates, and the community.

• Use AIPS technology (Adventure System, apps, Slack) to log visits and updates.

What We’re Looking For

• Passion for animals and willingness to work with many species.

• Strong communication skills — professional, positive, adventurous.

• Creative with photos, videos, and social media storytelling.

• Reliable, detail-oriented, adaptable, compassionate, and high-energy.

• Tech-comfortable (apps, scheduling systems, messaging tools).

• Flexible availability — AIPS works 365 days a year, regardless of the weather and/or holidays

• Able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds and perform physical labor (bending, kneeling, squatting, sitting on the floor, climbing stairs, and outdoor work).

• A valid driver’s license and reliable transportation are required.

Preferred (Nice-to-Have):

• Animal care experience (vet tech, kennel, grooming, shelter, training, or farm).

• Customer service or leadership/managerial background.

• Experience with social media or content creation.

Why Join AIPS?

• Be part of a family-oriented, adventurous team that values loyalty and growth.

• Flexible scheduling with stable, reliable income.

• Training included — Pet CPR/First Aid within 48 hours of orientation.

• Opportunities to participate in community events and networking.

• Continuous education through workshops and veterinary partnerships.

• Growth pathway into Lead Assistant and Manager roles .

• Fun, adventurous team culture — every day is a new journey!

Job Details

• Position: Animal Assistant

• Type: Part-time (growth into full-time possible)

• Location: Salina, KS & surrounding Saline County (within service grid)

• Compensation: Competitive hourly pay, based on experience

How to Apply

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