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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
Supports all functions related to group classes, socials, and dog walking. Including: Providing dog walking services, assisting Dog Trainer(s) with group classes and private training sessions, registration and scheduling administrative tasks and maintenance of the training site(s),
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.
Supports all functions related to group classes, socials, and dog walking. Including: Providing dog walking services, assisting Dog Trainer(s) with group classes and private training sessions, registration and scheduling administrative tasks and maintenance of the training site(s),
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
This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties and requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that different or additional tasks be performed when circumstances change, for example, emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, rush jobs, or technological breakdowns or developments.
- Provide dog walking services.
- Assist Dog Trainer(s) in group classes.
- Assist Dog Trainer(s) with public and private dog behavior training sessions, workshops, and seminars.
- Provide administrative support, including registration and scheduling of clients for services provided.
- Assist with set up, tear down, and maintenance of training site(s).
- Comfortable working with dogs of all sizes and breeds and supervising dog-dog play,
- 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 clients and Wag the Dog and Company information.
- Establish priorities and work independently.
- Other duties as requested.
This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties and requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that different or additional tasks be performed when circumstances change, for example, emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, rush jobs, or technological breakdowns or developments.
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.
Physical requirements
- 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.
Dog Training Associate Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Some college and behavior/training certification preferred.
- Must be able to pass a criminal background check.
- Access to a personal vehicle.
- 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.
Additional 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.
Ideal candidates would be interested in pursuing or be actively working towards certification from a well-recognized positive dog training program.
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.
Ideal candidates would be interested in pursuing or be actively working towards certification from a well-recognized positive dog training program.
- E.g. Academy for Dog Trainers, Karen Pryor Academy, Peaceable Paws and/or a CCPDT-issued certification.
- Certified candidates. Additional hours and opportunities are available based on certification and hands-on experience.
Hours, Compensation and Training Process
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.)
Position Training Process: Training associates must complete a probationary period of at least 3 months; throughout this period, they will shadow and assist senior employees during group classes, socials and dog walking along with assisting in select private client cases, 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 assist basic obedience group classes and private sessions, provide dog walking services, assist with supervision of dog socials, and efficiently and effectively communicate with clients.
Our employee’s work development and continuing education are regularly assessed. As education and skill sets are gained, employees are eligible for increased 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.)
Position Training Process: Training associates must complete a probationary period of at least 3 months; throughout this period, they will shadow and assist senior employees during group classes, socials and dog walking along with assisting in select private client cases, 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 assist basic obedience group classes and private sessions, provide dog walking services, assist with supervision of dog socials, and efficiently and effectively communicate with clients.
Our employee’s work development and continuing education are regularly assessed. As education and skill sets are gained, employees are eligible for increased compensation.
Position Status: Currently accepting applications.
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.