What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant to Director of Canine Development position at Assistance Canine Training Services?
Job Description: Assistant to the Director of Canine Development
Assistance Canine Training Services (ACTS) is hiring a motivated individual to assistant our busy Director of Canine Development. Responsibilities will vary based on experience. Must be a fast learner, organized, good at multitasking, accurate but efficient, and willing to do a variety of tasks. Beneficial skills include computer and database experience, dog/veterinary care, dog breeding, and dog training.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the training and evaluation of puppies and dogs in the program.
- Support final dog evaluations and training prior to placement.
- Facilitate team training and work directly with clients.
- Provide ongoing evaluation of each dog’s training progress.
- Conduct BCL temperament testing and assist with data collection.
- Work with breeders and the ADI Puppy Cooperative to coordinate litters.
- Oversee the placement of puppies with volunteer puppy raisers.
- Arrange veterinary care and maintain medical records for all dogs.
- Organize and coordinate puppy transports.
- Support the University of Vermont puppy raising program (UPRAWR).
- Assist in coordinating and facilitating the breeding program.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation related to dog training and health.
Qualifications:
- Experience working with dogs is a plus but not required.
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Ability to work independently while also taking direction.
- Comfortable working with both dogs and people in a variety of settings.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office; Salesforce experience a plus.
- A positive attitude, flexibility, and a strong work ethic.
Pertinent Details
- Reports to the Director of Canine Development.
- Full-time 40 hours with occasional weekends and evenings.
- Benefits offered include health & dental insurance, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, SIMPLE IRA with 3% match and paid time off.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person