Job Title: Director, Animal Sheltering

Company:  Toronto Humane Society
City, State Zip:  Toronto, Ontario M5A 4C2
Country:  Canada
Duties & Responsibilities:

The Lead Certified Animal Trainer – Shelter, will be responsible for oversight of the provision of evidence-based, quality, competent, and professional case management and care provided to the animals within animal sheltering programs, continually assessing how the behaviour modification plans are progressing. The lead will be responsible for the training, development and mentorship of certified animal trainers and related care support staff, volunteers, and students. This role will also carry out the duties of a Certified Animal Trainer within the department.

Qualifications: 
  • Minimum 5+ years animal training experience with complex behaviours, including human-directed aggression.
  • Minimum 3+ years working in a shelter or similar setting
  • Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®
Salary & Benefits:

Hourly, wage range $27.88-30.77/hr. Comprehensive Health Benefits program, 3 weeks paid vacation, Paid sick time, Employee Assistance Program, Discounts on pet insurance and medical procedures, RRSP Matching Program, and more.

How to Apply:  

Apply via job posting here or email resume and cover letter to hiring@torontohumanesociety.com.

Date Posted:  07/15/2024

Job Title: Animal Behavior Manager (Official Title: Animal Behaviorist)

Company:  City of Fresno
City, State Zip:  Fresno, CA 93721
Duties & Responsibilities:

The Animal Behavior Manager is responsible for managing, developing and evaluating animal behavior policies, procedures and practices in the Animal Center. Responsibilities include developing, implementing and evaluating animal behavior policies and procedures consistent with best practices and guidelines; supervising assigned staff and volunteers; developing animal behavior and temperament assessments for appropriate intake and kenneling; identifying behaviors and underlying causes and working with the animals to train and correct the behaviors

Qualifications: 

Possession of a bachelor’s degree in animal behavior, animal science, animal education or a closely related field. Additional qualifying experience may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.

Preferred Certification: CBCC-KA®
Salary & Benefits:

$7196-$8766/month

Additional information regarding the City of Fresno benefits is available at https://www.fresno.gov/personnel/human-resources-support/#tab-1

 

How to Apply:  

Interested and qualified applicants must submit an official City of Fresno application on-line at www.fresno.gov/jobs. Be sure to include references and attach verification of education in your online application.

Date Posted:  06/17/2024

Job Title: Behavior and Enrichment Manager

Company:  Humane Society of Tampa Bay
City, State Zip:  Tampa, FL 33607
Duties & Responsibilities:

The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is seeking a full-time experienced Animal Behavior professional to join our team. This position will be responsible for developing and administering animal training and behavior programs at HSTB. Please see complete job description on our website at https://humanesocietytampa.org/about/career/

Qualifications: 
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Bachelor’s Degree in Animal Behavioral Studies
  • Exceptional customer service and interpersonal skills.
  • MUST have experience as an Animal Behavior professional
Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CBCC-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:
  • Salary range $45,000.00-$60,000 Salary is commensurate with experience.
  • Full-time employee that includes working (1) weekend day.
  • Medical. Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, 401K Plan, paid time off
How to Apply:  

Please apply online here : https://humanesocietytampa.org/about/career/

Date Posted:  05/29/2024

Job Title: Behavior and Training Manager – Job number 1412084

Company:  Broward County Board of County Commissioners – Animal Care Division
City, State Zip:  Dania Beach, FL 33312
Duties & Responsibilities:

The Behavior and Training Manager will be an integral partner to our dedicated team through the delivery of elevated ongoing learning, developing effective, efficient interventions and establishing new best practices to advance the welfare of animals.  The Behavior and Training Manager will be responsible for managing shelter animals’ behavioral health, including assigning and conducting behavioral treatments and coordinating and conducting behavior evaluations and outcome pathway planning. In addition, this position oversees all animal care staff in the kennels.

Qualifications: 

Must possess and maintain a valid FL Class E driver’s license. Applicants must have a professional training/behavior certification and adhere to the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior’s position statement on Humane Dog Training.

Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CBCC-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:

$59,065.96 – $94,270.74 Annually

How to Apply:  

For complete position details and to apply for this job, click on:

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/broward/jobs/4458845/behavior-and-training-manager?keywords=behavior&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs

Date Posted:  05/22/2024

Job Title: Animal Behavior & Enrichment Specialist

Company:  Bernalillo County
City, State Zip:  Albuquerque, NM 87102
Duties & Responsibilities:

Develop assessment program for rehoming outcomes. Monitor shelter animals daily, document behavior. Assist foster program with behavior. Implement pain-free behavior training. Develop policies for service prioritization. Evaluate program, collect, analyze data. Assess animals for movement and disposition. Intervene early with services. Assess owned animals, BMOD plans. Monitor behavior progress, adjust as needed. Develop behavior materials, training. Implement enrichment programs. Maintain behavior program budget. Promote humane treatment through education.

Qualifications: 

Associate’s in Animal Health/Behavior, Science, Business, or related field + 3yrs exp in behavior assessments, training, care outreach. CPDT-KA, KPA-CTP, or IAABC certified. NM Euthanasia Cert within 6mo of hire.

Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®
Salary & Benefits:

Hourly: $22.44 – $23.00, Annually: $46,883.20 – $47,840.00. Health: Medical, Dental, Vision. Supplemental: Life, Aflac, Deferred Comp, Legal, FSA, Long/Short Term Disability. Fringe: Retirement, Holidays, Leave, Assistance.

How to Apply:  

https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/bernco/jobs/4479468/animal-behavior-enrichment-specialist

Date Posted:  05/22/2024

Job Title: Veterinary Assistant / Behavior Therapist

Company:  Animal Behavior Wellness Center
City, State Zip:  Fairfax, VA 22030
Duties & Responsibilities:

Assist veterinarian with behavior assessment appointments, assist current behavior therapists with training sessions and classes, eventually take on own individual training sessions

Qualifications: 

Willing to help applicant work towards their certifications if not completed yet

Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CBCC-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:

$17-$22/hr, (depending on experience), full or part time available, medical, dental, vision, 401K, PTO, own pet discounts, uniform allowance, CE allowance, 13 paid holidays, closed on Sunday

How to Apply:  

Inquire at info@abwellnesscenter.com for application, send resume and cover letter to Attn: Practice Manager

Date Posted:  05/22/2024

Job Title: Camp Trainer

Company:  Camp Bow Wow Warner Robins
City, State Zip:  Warner Robins, GA 31088
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Host group training sessions.
  • One-on-one training for daycare and boarding.
  • While not training, fulfill Lead Camp Counselor duties which include:
    • Indoor/Outdoor yard management
    • Administer feeding and medications.
    • Cleaning of yards and cabins
Qualifications: 

Current CCPDT or IAABC certification

Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CBCC-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:

$17/hour

How to Apply:  

Send resume and proof of certification to CBW general manager at
ga416.manager@campbowwow.com

Date Posted:  05/22/2024

Job Title: K9 Procurement Trainer

Company:  K9s for Warriors
City, State Zip:  Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the general direction and supervision of the K9 Procurement Manager and Director of K9 Procurement and Placement, the K9 Procurement Trainer is responsible for the procurement, evaluation, and transportation of dogs in our program and the maintenance of all associated records, processes, and documentation.

**Shifts will include weekend, evening, and overnight work. Travel locally, regionally and/or nationally is required.

Qualifications: 
  • H.S. diploma or equivalent
  • Experience in Service Dog Training preferred
  • Previous work in related animal field is required
  • Valid driver’s license and ability be covered by facility driving insurance required
  • Good communication skills
Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CBCC-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:

$21.00.hr. , Fulltime, schedule varies

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Holiday Pay
How to Apply:  

You can apply for this position at www.k9sforwarriors.org/careers.

For questions about this position- please contact talent@k9sforwarriors.org.

Date Posted: 

Job Title: K9 Trainer

Company:  K9s For Warriors
City, State Zip:  Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Duties & Responsibilities:

Under the direction of Assistant Manager of K9 Training and general supervision of the assigned Lead K9 Trainer, the K9 Trainer is responsible for independently implementing all elements of assistance dog training, including reading dog body language, training procedures, environmental awareness, application of learning theory and related modalities, use of training equipment, training of K9s For Warriors (K9s) skills, dog evaluation, assessment, and reporting.

Qualifications: 

· H.S. diploma or equivalent

· 2 years of professional animal training experience or graduation from the apprenticeship program

· Experience working with purpose bred and shelter dogs preferred

· Kennel experience preferred

Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:

$19.25/hr., Full-time Monday- Friday

  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • Holiday Pay
How to Apply:  

This position may be found at www.k9sforwarriors.org/careers.

The Talent Team is reviewing applications and will reach out if your skills are a match! For questions about this position, please contact: Talent@k9sforwarriors.org.

Date Posted: 

Job Title: Behavior Team Leader

Company:  Dumb Friends League
City, State Zip:  Denver, CO 80231
Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Assist in the oversight of the day-to-day behavior department tasks and provide direction to behavior technicians when the Manager is off or unavailable.
  • Develop and deliver training for staff and volunteers.
  • Create educational materials for internal and external use.
  • Conduct animal behavior assessment and perform hands-on delivery of animal behavior programs. This includes programs for shelter and owned animals.
  • Record assessment and program related information and perform data entry to update animal records.
  • Answer patron inquiries and questions regarding animal behavior
Qualifications: 
  • Education: High school diploma or equivalent
  • Work Experience: Experience working with animals in a professional setting
Preferred Certification: CPDT-KA®, CBCC-KA®, CPDT-KSA®
Salary & Benefits:

$22.50-$23.65 per hour

Date Posted:  04/17/2024