Dog Trainer

Seattle, WA

Part Time to Full Time

Experienced

Reports To

Store Manager

Direct Reports

None

Status

Hourly, Non-Exempt

Summary

The Trainer works as a contributing member to the overall store operations to help ensure client training needs are supported, employee job training needs are supported and serves as quality assurance for internal operations. This is a visible position, which interacts with many levels of the organization across multiple functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The following is a list of general job responsibilities for the Trainer position. This list is not all-inclusive and may be broadened or changed to meet changing business needs.

One-on-one obedience training for daycare and boarding dogs 
Obedience training in a class setting

Evaluation of potential new dogs to daycare
Training and re-training of new and tenured staff on appropriate handling skills
Ongoing quality assurance of dog handling operations  and assists in all roles to support location.
Marketing to attract new clients
Email and phone correspondence with clients for scheduling and follow up training recaps
Ensure client needs are being met and ensure satisfaction of services through effective communication
Ensure staff needs are being met through high quality department trainings

Experience/Education/Certifications

Applicants MUST have at least 2 years of previous professional training experience, trainer certification is preferred.

Required Skills and Abilities

Effective communication skills are critical to this role
Strong time management skills
Strong client relations skills
Well-developed problem solving skills
Basic computer skills (Word, Excel)
Ability to lift at least 45 lbs.

Behaviors

Leads by example and exemplifies the DDL Core Values in actions and behaviors
Inspires others through their professionalism and work integrity
Responds creatively to “continuous change” and steady growth environment
Solutions-oriented team player
High level of confidentiality and discretion
Seeks out information, training, and other resources needed to facilitate continual professional development necessary to be successful in this position
Regular and predictable attendance is an essential function of this position
Participates in the building and maintaining of a positive and healthy organizational culture

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Please share your availability by day in detail. One weekend day is required. Example: Monday 6am-9:30pm, Tuesday: Unavailable.. Handler shifts are needed between the hours of 6am-10pm. Concierge shifts are needed between the hours of 6am-9pm.*

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