An Animal Care Worker or Manager manages animal care and grooming for a retail store that sells pets or for a pet grooming business. May also provide animal care and grooming at a kennel. Works with animals in shelters or rescue organizations. Works primarily with dogs and cats. Assists veterinarians with vaccinations or other procedures; screens people who want to adopt an animal from a shelter and provides information about caring for animals.
Newly furnished private guest apartment on the property with a private living room, bedroom, kitchen, and bathroom
Location:
Greenwich, CT Schedule :
Monday-Friday, with 2 days off per week
Hours:
9:00 AM-6:00
PM Compensation:
$50,000-$90,000 per year, W2 (on the books)
Start Date:
August 10, 2026 A private household in Greenwich, CT is seeking a calm, reliable, and proactive Live-In Household Assistant / Pet Sitter. The main focus of this role is caring for the family's German Shepherd, Max, so strong comfort and experience with large dogs is essential.
Responsibilities:
Provide daily care for Max, the family's German Shepherd Walk, feed, play with, and provide companionship for the dog Take Max to appointments as needed, including grooming, vet visits, and training-related outings Stay with Max when the principal is traveling Run occasional errands as needed Assist with light household tasks, including unpacking groceries and receiving packages Liaise with the dedicated property management company if repairs or maintenance are needed at the home Prepare occasional breakfast or drinks as requested Communicate with the principal's Personal Assistant, who is based in the UK Drive as needed for pet care, errands, and household-related tasks
Schedule Notes:
The candidate will have two days off per week. In most cases, the principal will be at the home several days per week, allowing days off to be taken away from the property. There may be times when the principal travels for several weeks, and the ideal candidate would be comfortable remaining at the house during some of those periods to care for Max, as he cannot be left alone. For the right candidate, all days off can still be taken away from the property; however, when the principal is away, the candidate would need to drop Max off at a local dog sitter's home before leaving and pick him up upon return.
Ideal Candidate:
Calm, reliable, and proactive Responsible and attentive to pet care needs Comfortable with live-in arrangements Flexible when the principal is traveling Organized and able to manage light household support tasks Trustworthy, discreet, and professional Warm, patient, and confident with large dogs
Requirements:
Strong experience caring for dogs, especially large breeds Comfortable with a German Shepherd living on the property Able to walk, feed, transport, and participate in Max's care and routine Authorized to work in the United States for any employer. Valid driver's license and ability to drive as needed Own car is a plus, though a vehicle for work-related tasks may be arranged Comfortable communicating with household staff and outside service providers
Pay:
$50,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Application Question(s): Please describe your experience caring for large dogs, including walking, feeding, playtime, appointments, and daily routines. This role requires staying with the dog when the principal is traveling. How have you handled pet care responsibilities when an owner is away for extended periods? This position includes light household assistance such as errands, unpacking groceries, receiving packages, and communicating with property management. What similar household support duties have you handled? How would you manage your days off if the principal is traveling and the dog cannot be left alone? Please describe how you would plan care, coordinate with a dog sitter, or remain on the property if needed.
Experience:
Household Assistant:
3 years (Required) Pet care: 3 years (Required)
Errand Assistance:
3 years (Required) Meal preparation: 3 years (Required) Communication skills: 3 years (Required) Live-in employment: 3 years (Required)
