What are the responsibilities and job description for the Dog Trainer/ Kennel Supervisor position at Westchester K-9?
**Your experience and motivation level is what will determine the starting pay.
We are looking for a dedicated, loyal and responsible person who LOVES dogs and wants to join our team! Please be able to learn quickly and work independently.
The ideal candidate will be confident around a large group of dogs and self-motivated. Supervising staff members to insure our clients and dogs are receiving top notch service is priority.
Balanced dog training experience is necessary for this position.
Time management, happy, positive outgoing personality and organizational skills are necessary for this position.
- Hiring, training and supervising staff with patience. Understanding that people learn and work differently and being able to troubleshoot is a must.
- Helping to care for the dogs as needed. Taking out, cleaning, feeding, administering meds.
- Basic understanding of dog behavior and balanced training methods.
- Keep kennel maintained and follow all protocols.
- Please be drama free, and know how to communicate properly with other team members.
- Punctuality, reliability and regular attendance is priority. Organizing staff schedules to be sure all shifts are covered at all times, especially during our busy seasons (School Holidays/Summer). This means coordinating time off and vacations among co-workers.
- Great customer service skills
- Work effectively with co-workers, and customers
- Able to work as needed; holidays, weekends, occasional evenings in emergencies (short staff, sick workers)
- Coordinate schedules for incoming and outgoing dogs, driving, and staff.
Please send your resume and a short note about why you are right for this job.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour
Experience:
- professional kennel/dog: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $20 - $30