WalkerScout’s Mission

Recruiting Mission

Our mission is simple: to keep animals and staff safe with smart recruiting decisions, offer a fair and fast application process for all candidates, and to improve and grow our client teams.

Since 2019, WalkerScout has been the premier recruitment solution for the pet care industry. WalkerScout is the recruitment department you didn't know you had!

With a team of expert recruiters, WalkerScout can efficiently manage job posts, review applications, conduct interviews, check professional references, and verify work history. WalkerScout provides a comprehensive, turnkey service tailored to our industry. Partner with us to elevate your recruitment process. WalkerScout clients save time, have faster access to stronger candidates, and make informed hiring decisions. Plus, clients of Dog Handlers Academy can enjoy exclusive discounts on each recruited staff member, making WalkerScout an exceptional value for enhancing your team.

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What does the WalkerScout service include?

Services Include:

  • Designing your job post and application process.

  • Job post management on Indeed and guidance for other platforms.

  • A unique WalkerScout application link, enabling clients to share the opportunity anywhere.

  • A listing on the WalkerScoutJobs.com Job Board with Featured Company status.

  • Applications reviewed by WalkerScout staff, with interview invitations for candidates meeting client parameters.

  • Professional, fair, and welcoming interviews with questions designed to learn more about candidates' experiences, skills, and motivations.

  • Virtual interviews are conducted on Zoom and run up to 60 minutes.* (all staff based in the US)

  • Asynchronous interviews enable candidates for entry-level positions to conduct interviews at their convenience.

  • Client-provided videos can be embedded in the application and interview phases.

  • Detailed candidate summaries with recruiter notes, scores, and video clips/transcripts.

  • Professional references and professional work history obtained and verified.

  • Candidate behavior survey invites (provided by The Steering Group).

  • Guidance and support from WalkerScout management with the recruitment process.

  • Exit interview conducted upon request at no cost.

Additional Service Options:

  • Criminal Background Checks (provided by Foley Services) - starting at $45 per check.

  • Social Media Checks (provided by Foley Services) - starting at $50 per check.

  • Motor Vehicle Record Check (provided by Foley Services) - starting at $5 per check.

  • Detailed behavior survey invites for senior managers (provided by The Steering Group).

How much does WalkerScout cost?

$900 per hire, paid over four months in a single payment (90-day probationary period).

or

$1100 per hire, paid over seven months in six payments (30-day probationary period).

  • Clients pay nothing to get started.

  • Invoices start after a staff member has completed a probationary period with your team.

  • Every invoice is due in 30 days.

  • Pending/future invoices may be voided if a staff member is removed from your team.

  • All invoices are shared via email with a secure and convenient payment portal provided by Square.

  • Clients working with one of our preferred pet industry resources enjoy a $25 per hire discount.

  • Please contact us to discuss rates for 501c3 non-profit animal charities.