What are the responsibilities and job description for the Professional Dog Trainer position at Ideal DOG LLC?
Here we grow again! Ideal DOG is hiring!
Dog Trainer
Entrance Requirements:
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Must physically be able to handle any dog of any size, even untrained dogs that jump and pull. Ability to lift/carry 50 pounds. Support team tasks include office work, daily cleaning, organizing, and assisting Certified Trainers.
- Must be people and dog-friendly, be a team player, and be able to multi-task and be self directed.
- Assistant position must have experience training dogs.
- Must send a resume, complete a phone interview and qualified candidates will have a hands on interview including handling dogs
- Must have attended training lessons / classes with a Certified Trainer, knowledgeable about current R dog training techniques.
- Will train the right candidate through our apprentice program. Professional Dog Trainers are encouraged to apply.
For candidates with dog experience who need further training we may hire a Level 1 Apprentice:
The apprentice will have a foundation of knowledge in communication skills, basic dog training and handling skills. This includes basic canine knowledge in husbandry, body language, communication, and breed information.
You will be exposed to behavioral science that includes operant and classical conditioning terminology and concepts. We will build the proper mechanics of marker training: timing, observation, and reward delivery. We will assist the apprentice in the evaluation of his/her aptitude for and commitment to being a professional dog trainer. Upon completion of training the apprentice should be ready to decide if dog training is the right career for them.
Send resume to lynsie@idealdogtrainer.com
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $15.00 - $30.00 per hour
Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Choose your own hours
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Oshkosh, WI 54902
Salary : $15 - $30