What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Dog Trainer position at VCA?

A Dog Trainer / Puppy Preschool Assistant Trainer focuses on helping people train their dogs to be well mannered companions and family members. Trainers must have excellent communication skills and be able to create rapport with dogs and owners. Dog Trainers teach Puppy Kindergarten and Beginning Obedience classes, and Advanced Obedience and Specialty classes with approval of dog school manager. Puppy Preschool Assistant Trainers assist Trainers with basic manners training and socialization of puppies during Puppy Preschool.

OVERALL RESPONSIBILITIES :

Knowledge about dogs, including basic ethology.
Knowledge about various training methods and the skills to apply them appropriately.
Knowledge about training tools and the skills to apply them appropriately.
Clients need to be your highest priority.
Be available to clients before and after classes, and during the week to answer questions.
Treat each client and dog with respect.
Listen to what clients need and do your best to give appropriate training options to meet their needs.
Check in classes on the first night of class.
Be willing to substitute if possible for other instructors.

Trainers must be available to teach one evening a week.

Preschool Assistant Trainers must be available to work week day mornings.

Attend periodic dog training meetings.

QUALIFICATIONS :

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Experience in working with or training dogs other than your own.

KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES NEEDED :

Ability to teach various skill levels of dogs and owners.

Ability to work with any size dog.

Ability to accommodate owners with special needs.

Understand basic dog training methods and tools, and how to use them appropriately.

Ability to lead multiple classes with multiple dog / handler teams in one evening.

Ability to accept constructive criticism.

Ability to collect data, establish fact, draw valid conclusions and maintain confidentiality.

Ability to work well with the public and coworkers and instill trust in your abilities.

Ability to work confidently with all dogs and handler teams.

Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out instructions furnished in writing, orally, or diagram form.

Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in different situations.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS :

Training certificates and registration with respected groups / associations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Stand on your feet for long periods of time.

Be able to bend and periodically sit on the floor.

Leash restrain any sized animal.

Ability to use basic cleaning supplies.

Ability to move training equipment as needed.

We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including, medical / dental / vision and paid vacation, 401(k), generous personal pet care discounts, and opportunity for advancement!

If you are a current associate, you need to apply through our internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on the Jobs Hub app or search for Browse Jobs.

Benefits : We offer competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision and paid vacation / sick days, 401(k), generous employee pet discounts and more!The information in this position description indicates the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, change in personnel, workload, or technical development).We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement please see our career page at

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