Job Description

Job Details

Job Location
41 W 13TH STREET - NEW YORK, NY

Position Type
Full Time

Education Level
High School or Equivalent / GED

Salary Range
$16.00 Hourly

Description

You are responsible for assisting a Dog Trainer and/or Senior Dog Trainer in all aspects of delivering training services at your assigned locations. This includes performing group classes, train and play sessions, and private lessons.

Key Responsibilities:

• Performing New Dog Integrations, Behavior Evaluations, and Walk Assessments
• Performing group classes, private lessons and Train and Play Sessions
• Following up directly with clients on the details of their dog's behavior (whether results from training services or otherwise)
• Communicating the behavior needs of dogs to all relevant staff
• Training associates on recognizing key dog behavior in order to create a safe and fun environment for all dogs

• Driving revenue (both training and otherwise) from clients based on their dog's behavior needs
• Documenting in detail all client communications and dog observations into PetShop
• Learning communication techniques to become an effective client advocate
• Studying and reading about dog behavior through resources in company library
• Assisting at off-site events

Salary: $16.00/ hour

Qualifications

• Qualifications:
• High School diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one-year experience working with and / or handling dogs in a professional setting.
• Must own an iPhone or Android device.
• Knowledge of Biscuits & Bath and a genuine interest in the well-being of dogs.
• Ability to learn about and understand each dog as an individual with his or her own personality traits, good and bad habits, past experiences, etc.
• Ability to juggle a variety of responsibilities, while balancing competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills.
• High degree of independent decision-making and problem-solving capability.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.
• Must be physically fit to lift dogs 50lb +, bend, kneel, stand for long periods of time and perform requirements of the job.
• Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to pass a thorough background check.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint & Word) and Internet savvy.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Holiday work, Full time, Apprenticeship, Afternoon shift,

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