EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

Summit K9 is seeking experienced applicants to dog training lessons, group classes, and similar services and assist in our enrichment daycare and boarding programs.

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Summit K9 Dog Trainers are responsible for completing behavior consultations, coaching clients in private lessons, teaching group classes, working with board & train dogs, and leading or assisting with special events or programs. Trainers must also assist with enrichment daycare and boarding programs, as these programs interrelate with our training services.

This position is open to experienced dog trainers only. This position is an excellent paid opportunity to continue to hone your dog training skills and work hands on with other trainers to improve your craft. For motivated, self-starting candidates, this position offers significant growth opportunities and options to "choose your own adventure" if you are interested in introducing new programming. This position would be perfect for a creative self starter, interested in creating and implementing innovative programs that enrich the lives of dogs and their owners.

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The ideal candidate should have experience caring for dogs in a boarding and daycare setting. Ideal candidates should also possess a strong knowledge base in canine learning theory and significant skills in dog training and handling.

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Summit K9 Dog Trainers are responsible for handling and caring for dogs in our day, boarding, and training programs, providing light training for dogs enrolled in day programs, maintaining training work for all dogs enrolled in programs, implementing program curriculum in day and boarding programs, cleaning and maintaining the kennels and facility, communicating with clients, and collaborating with other staff to ensure the best possible quality in our programs.

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This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated candidate to join a collaborative team of like-minded, passionate, knowledgeable dog professionals and receive endless opportunities to improve their dog training skills.

 

DETAILS AND COMPENSATION:

• Part time positions available, with the possibility of full time work fort he right candidate: 25-40 hours per week.
  Must be willing to work various evenings, weekends, and holidays.

• Rate: $17-$25/hour dependent on experience.

• Commission offered (rate dependent on experience) in addition to hourly pay for training services.

• Professional development opportunities included.

• Free and discounted access to applicable workshops, classes, and services.

• Shadow opportunities available for candidates seeking further education.
   

RESPONSIBILITES:

• Conducting a variety of training related services, including consulting with clients during their initial behavior consultations, coaching students during private lessons, handling and training dogs enrolled in day training and board and train services, and building and teaching group classes and special events. 

• Collaborating with and coaching Apprentice Dog Trainers/Dog Handlers to ensure the best possible training and care for dogs enrolled in all programs.

• Handling dogs for obedience, exercise, and social sessions for dogs enrolled in our daycare & boarding programs.

• Caring for dogs enrolled in training, daycare, and boarding programs, including but not limited to feeding, pottying, exercising, and providing enrichment.

• Maintaining cleaning protocols throughout the day at the Summit K9 facility.

• Collaborating with other staff members to plan and execute daily activities.

• Assisting trainers and senior staff in providing services and running special events.

• Related administrative tasks, such as scheduling clients, advertising upcoming classes, checking dogs in and out, etc.
   

POSITION REQUIREMENTS/PREREQUISITES:

• Must love working with dogs and people. Must enjoy collaborating with staff members and educating clients in addition to working with dogs. Though this position is dog training and handling focused, creating a positive, productive, and enjoyable human culture is fundamental to the position.

• The ideal candidate would have a minimum 1 year formal dog training experience and/or actively handling dogs in group settings. Candidates for this position must have a strong understanding of operant and classical conditioning and canine learning theory. Candidates must also have a strong skill set in shaping dog behavior.

• Must have an open mindset towards dog training methodology and tools. Candidates that are experienced working with a wide range of dog training tools are preferred, however, this is not required so long as candidates are interested in learning.

• A strong interest or experience in dog sports or working dogs is recommended but not required.

• Must be a self starter, go-getter type. This position offers the freedom to grow and assist in developing new programs and adapt existing ones, so the right candidate should enjoy exploring new ideas and getting creative with the existing services.

• Must be reliable and prepared to work weekends and evenings in accordance with services.

• Must possess strong creative problem solving skills. Dog training, customer relations, education, and staff management all require strong active problem solving skills. The right candidate will be prepared to tackle potential issues in a positive and productive manner.

• Must be detail oriented. The high quality care of animals that Summit K9 adheres to requires diligence in cleaning and care protocols.

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50lbs. Dog training and handling is a highly physically demanding job. For the safety of the dogs, clients, and other staff members, staff members must be physically fit and capable of maintaining physical control of power and giant dog breeds.

• Applicants are subject to a background check before hiring.

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TO APPLY

Click the apply and email your resume to admin@summitk9training.com.

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