American Humane Society is seeking an experienced Service Dog Training Manager in South Florida to manage and conduct service dog-related training programming at the American Humane Sanctuary in Palm City, FL.
Requirements
- Five or more years of experience in dog training and care
- Two or more years of experience working for an Assistance Dogs International accredited agency
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s level degree in Animal Science
- Experience and maintaining a kennel
- Knowledge of military culture and mental health diagnoses
- Experience working with veterans/first responders and operating service dog programs
- Experience and ease in public speaking
- Excellent customer service skills with ability to problem-solve, adapt quickly and demonstrative diplomacy
- Conducts oneself with a high level of professionalism and responsiveness
- Operates with a high level of personal integrity and discretion, maintaining confidentiality and using sound judgment
- Detail oriented, well organized and able to handle logistical coordination of many initiatives in a rapidly changing environment
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills; active listening
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook) able to quickly learn and adapt to new software or database systems
- Ability to obtain a US passport
- Valid driver’s license and insurability
- Vehicle that can safely be used to transport dogs to train in public on a daily basis
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Visa Sponsorship
- Four Day Work Week
- Generous Parental Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Relocation Assistance
