Animal Trainer I - San Diego, United States - San Diego Humane Society

San Diego Humane Society

Verified Company

San Diego, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

San Diego Humane Society is hiring full-time temporary Animal Trainers for our Behavior & Training team

How you'll impact our mission:

What's in it for you?

At SDHS, we're proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and commit to being a place where _every_ person - staff, volunteer, and guest - can feel a sense of belonging_.

_We support and invest in employees through conscious delivery of benefits and a workplace environment based on our Core Values.

As an employee you'll enjoy:_
Competitive pay and paid timeoff
Comprehensive training and wellbeing programs
403(b) retirement plan with 5% match after 1 year
Free pet adoptions, pet vaccines and spay/neuter services

- and so much more

What you'll do:

Participate in the implementation of inhouse shelter animal training programs using positive reinforcement training methods. Includes the participation in evaluation of animals, preparation of written training plans, progress reports, and handson work with animals in the program.
Assist staff and volunteers in various departments in the implementation of behavior programs to enrich the animal's environment, to prevent problem behaviors, and to improve their adoptability.
Accurately and reliably enter notes in the organization's electronic record keeping system; keep training records and working files as assigned.
Collaborate with the behavior assessment team and staff from other departments to complete hands on assessments for animals in care.
Provide community outreach on animal behavior through pre

- and post
- adoption services, public workshops, information materials and participation in special events.

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What we're looking for:

High school diploma or equivalent required, or completion of sufficient coursework to successfully perform the required duties of the position
Must have a minimum of one (1) year paid experience working with animals in a kennel, shelter or similar environment
At least one (1) year of professional dog or pet training experience highly preferred
CPDT certification or equivalent highly preferred (CPDT-KA, KPA, IAABC, Nose Works certification, Dog Trainer Academy, ABC, etc.)
Must be able to handle the physical and emotional aspect of work in an animal shelter environment, including the use of euthanasia
Must have a valid driver's license and be approved by SDHS insurance carrier to drive a company or personal vehicle for work purposes

Location & Hours:
Based at our San Diego Campus. These positions work a 4/10 Alternative Work Schedule and are set to last for approximately 4-6 months.

Pay:
Starting range is between $ $24.75 per hour. The actual hourly rate is determined by your related education and experience.