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About Us
Wag the Dog and Company is a dog training and behavior consulting company, serving the greater Milwaukee area. We offer a range of services to guardians and their companions including group training, private in-home training and behavior consulting, socials, and dog walking.
Due to high demand of our services, we are looking to add to our team! To learn more about what we offer and how we work with dogs and their humans, browse our site.
Due to high demand of our services, we are looking to add to our team! To learn more about what we offer and how we work with dogs and their humans, browse our site.
Dog Training Associate Position
Job Overview
Delivers and supports all functions related to group classes, private basic obedience training, socials, and dog walking to ensure quality of service for dogs and their guardians.
We are searching for a part-time Dog Training Associate who is dedicated to providing quality, reward-based training through group classes, private sessions, dog socials, and dog walking. Training associates must complete a probationary period of at least 3 months; throughout this period, they will shadow a senior employee during private sessions and dog walking, assist with group classes, assist with dog socials, and learn how to use our online database and our protocol for communicating with clients.
After completing the probationary period, Dog Training Associates will be prepared to conduct basic obedience training through private sessions, instruct group classes, provide dog walking services, supervise dog socials, and efficiently and effectively communicate with clients.
Successful Dog Training Associates will be committed to using only scientifically-based, force-free training methods and comfortable working with dogs of all sizes, supervising dog-dog play, and coaching dog guardians.
Duties and Responsibilities
Working conditions
Qualifications
The business owner is an Academy for Dog Trainers graduate, and all training that takes place at our business follows the CTC code of conduct LINK. Candidates must be committed to following operating scientifically-sound, force-free, reward-based methods with clients and dogs at all times.
Dog Training Associate Requirements:
The ideal candidate for this position would have or be actively working towards certification from a well-recognized positive dog training program (e.g. Academy for Dog Trainers, KPA, Peaceable Paws, etc.) and/or a CCPDT-issued certification. We are willing to train the right person!
Hours & Compensation
Hours of work: This is a part-time position. (Potential for full-time based on prior experience and work development with the team.)
Compensation: Depends upon experience. (Regular raises & bonuses given as skills progress.)
There is a 3-month shadowing probationary period, after which time the employee’s work development and preparation to teach group classes solo and fully take on private clients will be assessed, and the employee will be eligible for increased compensation.
*Drive time, gas and training gear/food rewards are not included in compensation nor reimbursed. Logo’d work shirts and business cards will be provided.
We are searching for a part-time Dog Training Associate who is dedicated to providing quality, reward-based training through group classes, private sessions, dog socials, and dog walking. Training associates must complete a probationary period of at least 3 months; throughout this period, they will shadow a senior employee during private sessions and dog walking, assist with group classes, assist with dog socials, and learn how to use our online database and our protocol for communicating with clients.
After completing the probationary period, Dog Training Associates will be prepared to conduct basic obedience training through private sessions, instruct group classes, provide dog walking services, supervise dog socials, and efficiently and effectively communicate with clients.
Successful Dog Training Associates will be committed to using only scientifically-based, force-free training methods and comfortable working with dogs of all sizes, supervising dog-dog play, and coaching dog guardians.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a commitment to scientifically-sound, force-free, reward-based methods.
- Conduct private basic obedience training sessions.
- Instruct basic obedience group classes.
- Provide dog walking services.
- Provide administrative support, including registration and scheduling of clients for services provided.
- Assist with public and private dog behavior/training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
- Assist with set up, tear down, and maintenance of training site(s).
- Establish priorities and work independently.
- Deliver quality service for guardians and their companions in a friendly, informative, and non-judgmental manner.
- Maintain a professional and friendly demeanor and provide excellent customer service.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding all client cases and Wag the Dog and Company information.
Working conditions
- Potentially subject to animal bites, scratches, bruises and other animal-related injuries.
- Provides services during inclement weather.
- Drives personal vehicle to work sites on a regular basis.
Qualifications
The business owner is an Academy for Dog Trainers graduate, and all training that takes place at our business follows the CTC code of conduct LINK. Candidates must be committed to following operating scientifically-sound, force-free, reward-based methods with clients and dogs at all times.
Dog Training Associate Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Access to a personal vehicle.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds; push and pull heavy objects; bend, twist, reach; perform strenuous physical activities, including frequent walking, running, standing, bending and stooping.
- Ability to work around all animals; should not have severe allergies that are unable to be controlled and prevent job duties.
- Team-focused attitude.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule.
- Knowledge of basic office equipment and computer skills.
- A flexible mindset.
- A commitment to continuing education.
- Public speaking skills.
The ideal candidate for this position would have or be actively working towards certification from a well-recognized positive dog training program (e.g. Academy for Dog Trainers, KPA, Peaceable Paws, etc.) and/or a CCPDT-issued certification. We are willing to train the right person!
Hours & Compensation
Hours of work: This is a part-time position. (Potential for full-time based on prior experience and work development with the team.)
Compensation: Depends upon experience. (Regular raises & bonuses given as skills progress.)
There is a 3-month shadowing probationary period, after which time the employee’s work development and preparation to teach group classes solo and fully take on private clients will be assessed, and the employee will be eligible for increased compensation.
*Drive time, gas and training gear/food rewards are not included in compensation nor reimbursed. Logo’d work shirts and business cards will be provided.
Applicant Process
- Your cover letter must include:
- A first line stating, "I have read this job description in its entirety and am ready to work!"
- Your volunteer-based animal experience, if any.
- Your paid animal handling experience, if any.
- Your availability, and if you are looking for PART TIME or FULL TIME employment.
- Available start date.
- Email Jennifer with an introductory email, including a cover letter and resume attached at info@wagthedogandcompany.com
Please DO NOT call, text, or Facebook message with regards to this position. Correspondence that is not via email will immediately disqualify candidates from consideration.