Dog Trainer - New Horizon Kennel, Inc.

Calling all dog-lovers! New Horizon Kennel in Port Byron, IL is seeking a full-time Dog Trainer to join our team. We're an animal care facility that is open 365 days a year from 7 am to 9 pm. You can plan on working within those hours.

Not only do we offer a competitive wage of $16 - $20/hour, we also provide fantastic benefits:

• A retirement plan
• A flexible spending account (FSA) for health care and dependent care
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Professional development assistance

If this sounds like your kinda gig, apply today!

THE TYPE OF CANDIDATE WE'RE LOOKING FOR

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience using computers
• A positive attitude, attention to detail, and reliability
• Excellent listening, time management, and critical thinking skills
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and be physically active during your shift

PREFERRED:

• Animal science degree
• Animal behavior schooling
• Dog handling experience via training classes, confirmation show experience, or other competitive canine activity
• Experience with off-leash canine play groups

Are you a self-starter? Can you be professional and ethical in all you do? Are you open-minded with a keen interest in comprehending the complexities of dog psychology?

If you can meet the requirements above, keep reading to find out what your day entails!

YOUR DAY-TO-DAY AS A DOG TRAINER

Your duties as a dog trainer include providing top-notch animal care, leading engaging training sessions for our furry friends, and actively participating in enrichment activities to keep tails wagging. It warms your heart to see our four-legged friends learn new skills!

ABOUT US

In operation since 2012, we have a stellar reputation in our community and the surrounding region as a modern pet care facility committed to quality services and excellent care for dogs and cats. We uphold the highest standards and do our utmost to provide a safe, comfortable, and engaging environment. Our high-performance services include grooming, lodging, training, enrichment playgroups, and more! We're not only a great place for pets to play but a great place for animal lovers to work. We offer competitive pay, great benefits, career development opportunities, and a positive work culture. Join us!

BECOME A DOG TRAINER WITH US

So, what do you think? If this sounds like the right position for you, go ahead and apply. It should take no more than 3 minutes to complete the initial application. Good luck!