Warrior Trainer

Job Description

Job Description

K9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of service dogs to veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of war, such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds. In order to continue the great work we are doing, we are in need of a Warrior Trainer to join our amazing team!

Role and Responsibilities

Under the general direction of the Manager of Warrior Training, the Warrior Trainer is to oversee all aspects of Warrior Training, including but not limited to, daily instruction and introduction of new commands, providing and monitoring practical application of each command, and presenting class lectures, as required. The Warrior Trainer must maintain training standards with all Warriors, as well as any updates to training methods / materials.

• Daily local travel, Monday through Friday, and possibly on weekends and evenings, as needed.

Preparation for Team Training

Warrior Training

Misc. Tasks

Preferred Skills

Core Competencies

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets, and fax machines.

Ability to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort, including stooping, crouching, twisting, turning, walking stairs, climbing, and lifting up to fifty (50) pounds individually. Exposure to unpleasant odors or sounds. Exposure to chemicals, loud noises, and inclement weather.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

Full-Time

Monday -Friday

Typically 8am to 5pm