Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA

Public Dog Trainer

Job Title: Public Dog Trainer

Division: Operations

Reports to: Director of Behavior & Training

FLSA Status: Non-union, non-exempt; Part time 3-4 hours per week

 

Summary: To work with the public, leading dog training classes, playgroups and/or one-on-one consults. Assist clients with common behavior issues such as but not limited to house training, separation anxiety, dog-dog reactivity, and fear.

Essential Responsibilities:

Other duties may be assigned

· Work with puppies and adult dogs on basic and advanced obedience in a class and playgroup environment

· Lead classes consisting of up to 10 clients and/or puppy playgroups consisting of up to 15 puppies.

· Conduct all classes and consults using positive reinforcement training techniques.

· Demonstrate flexibility according to the specific requirements for individual classes and/or clients. Conduct all classes and consults in a professional manner.

· Enthusiastically lead a dog training class or puppy playgroup to keep clients motivated and engaged.

· Demonstrate knowledge of appropriate puppy play styles. Observe and tactfully explain to owners about appropriate play demonstrate good judgement about when to intervene during off-leash puppy play.

· Communicate with Department staff and/or Lead Trainer on issues related to scheduling, client concerns, curricula, etc. in a timely manner. Solicit feedback from clients as appropriate.

· Attend and participate in mandatory trainings and Department meetings as needed

· Ensure work environment is maintained in a neat, clean and safe manner before and after each class.

· Perform other duties as assigned

 

Qualifications:

· Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

· Must be experienced in positive reinforcement training techniques, with a minimum of 2 years dog training experience.

· Must have customer service and previous animal handling and behavior experience

· Ability to work well with and communicate effectively both orally and in writing with the public, staff and volunteers.

· Must be available to facilitate at least 2 classes per week.

· Individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

· Trainer certification (APDT, CPDT, IAABC, etc.) is preferred

· Knowledge of or experience teaching Dog Agility is preferred

· Comfortable assisting clients with common behavior issues such as but not limited to house training, separation anxiety, dog-dog reactivity, and fear also a plus.

· While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; run; use hands to grab, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50-75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

 

The Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA is an equal opportunity employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

Job Type: Part-time