At Canine Companions, we’re dedicated to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As an employee, you’ll help provide independence to individuals, while also giving a dog a meaningful job. Our commitment to our mission is reflected in our equally strong dedication to our employees. 

Our Employee Benefits 

We believe in offering a comprehensive benefits package to ensure the well-being and growth of our team: 

• Employer-Paid Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff 

• Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays annually, including an Inclusion Holiday, plus 17 paid days off (PTO) during your first year 

• Retirement Savings: Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan 

• Community Engagement: Additional paid hours to volunteer within your community 

• Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs: Support for both professional and personal well-being 

• Inclusion and Diversity Committee dedicated to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress  

Employee Testimonial  
"I love working with such a passionate group of volunteers who truly care about our mission. " 
— Puppy Program Manager 

The Breeder Caretaker Program Manager manages volunteers that support the Canine Companions breeding program, through recruitment, education care and housing of Canine Companions breeder dogs as well as puppies prior to placement with puppy raisers. This includes overseeing the effectiveness of the breeder caretaker program and helping to ensure an adequate number of volunteers to support organizational goals for numbers of breeder dogs and puppies. 

Key Responsibilities  

• Program Management: Review and approve breeder caretaker application, coordinate site visits and place breeder dogs with approved breeder caretakers. Provide orientation and follow-up to breeder caretakers to ensure volunteers have an adequate understanding of responsibilities required for housing a breeder for Canine Companions. 

• Whelp Scheduling: Work with the Director Canine Early Development Center Operations to create a schedule for puppy whelping and housing at the CEDC that maintains dog/puppy numbers that support organizational goals and work within facility capacity 

• Volunteer Management: Assist and oversee volunteer breeder caretakers and assist with recruitment efforts to ensure adequate numbers of breeder caretakers to meet annual goals and objectives. 

• Support and Education: Plan and oversee Breeder Caretaker educational seminars. Coordinate updates of Breeding Program Manual and other educational and socialization materials for breeder caretakers. Manage communications to breeder caretaker volunteers on CC online platform, Canine Community.  

• Administrative Duties: Coordinate, review, approve and submit reimbursement requests from breeder caretakers. Authorize approvals of breeding program expenses related to volunteer support. Take point on communications to breeder caretakers, working closely with the National Breeding Veterinarian. Follow-up on adherence to recommendations and treatment plans. 

Qualifications  

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess the following: 

Must Have:  

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively while maintaining organization 

• Ability to manager, network, and motivate staff, volunteers and clientele 

• Ability to work in a professional manner dealing with the public, staff and volunteers 

• Proficiency Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.) 

• Experience with animal health, behavior and breeding, teaching, public speaking, and disability awareness and sensitivity. 

Nice to Have: 

• Minimum of 5 years’ prior management experience, preferably with volunteers 

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience preferred 

• Prior experience in breeding and health management of canines is a plus 

Compensation 

• Salary Range: $77,000-$82,000 annually 

Inclusion and Diversity Commitment 

We recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversity of experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions.  

The base salary range above represents the low and high of the range for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. 

Pursuant to local Fair Chance Ordinances, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. 

Accommodation Request 

If you need accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. We are committed to ensuring all applicants have equal access to the opportunity to succeed.