Lead K9 Procurement & Placement Trainer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDetermined to end Veteran suicide, K9s For Warriors is the leading nonprofit organization providing Service Dogs to military Veterans nationwide suffering from PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and/or military sexual trauma — at no financial cost to the Veteran. Founded in 2011 as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, K9s For Warriors is committed to saving lives at both ends of the leash by primarily rescuing dogs and pairing them with Veterans in need. In order to continue the great work we’re doing, we’re looking to add a Lead K9 Procurement & Placement Trainer to our amazing team!

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Under the general direction and supervision of the K9 Procurement & Placement Assistant Managers, the Lead K9 Procurement & Placement Trainer is responsible for assisting in the oversight of all areas of the handling, training, and the evaluation of dogs. The Lead K9 Procurement & Placement Trainer will conduct training and provide guidance for the Adoptions Trainers and Procurement Trainers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSResponsible for leading and overseeing the training, continued progress, and handling of Career Changed dogsCoordinate and lead a team of Procurement Trainers to facilitate the procurement of dogs into our programCoordinate and lead a team of Adoptions Trainers to facilitate the placement of dogs from our programAssist Management to ensure all procedures, policies and protocols are current with best practices and updates are distributed to appropriate staffOversee on-site and off-site evaluation for procuring rescue dogs that meet program guidelines from a variety of sourcesMust be comfortable traveling independently or with a team, flying with Service Dogs, and transporting Service DogsMust be comfortable completing dog evaluation trips alone, with little to no supervision if necessaryResponsible for dog assessment and readiness, documentation for proper transport, vehicle oversight, safe transportation of dogs nationwide, dog handling, transport schedule routes, and emergency preparedness. Occasional overnight travel will be required for dog transport, procurement, and placement.Assist with scheduling trips – booking flights, rental cars, and making hotel reservationsAssist in ensuring all dogs have received the required preparation for transport: microchip, rabies vaccination, heartworm test, health certificate signed by a veterinarian, and complete transport manifest and photoHelp maintain all relevant information in current databases (Smartsheet, Excel, Salesforce), expense report processing, and other technology as requiredEnsure accuracy and compliance with safety procedures for all aspects of Procurement and Placement, with special emphasis on animal handling and conducting off-site assessments, events, and training sessionsAssist with ordering, receiving, maintaining, and tracking inventory of all procurement & placement supplies and disseminating incoming products and supplies to appropriate personnelAssist in department meetings and planning meetings for designated teams & other lead(s)Coordinate closely with Adoption Trainers to troubleshoot training needs through direct guidance and assistance with the creation & implementation of training plans.Follow and promote K9s’ culture, values, policies and proceduresAlways provide exceptional, courteous, and compassionate customer service to the public, volunteers, and other staff membersWork collaboratively, and with a positive attitude, with all K9s’ department teams for the care, benefit, promotion, and ultimate outcome for animals in our careWork independently with little to no supervision

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIESCheck in daily and accurately report stats/numbers to the leadership of Procurement and Placement CORE COMPETENCIES CoachingInitiativeIntegrityFlexibility QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSCPDT required, or required to register within 3 monthsPrevious experience in Animal Training AND handling with a minimum of 2 years requiredPrevious leadership, supervision, and team management with a minimum of 1 year requiredExperience in animal behavior and dog training requiredPassport for international travel or ability to acquire one within 6 monthsComfortable being filmed, photographed, and other interactions with media & working dogs in crowds or at adoption eventsPrevious experience in animal welfare and animal shelters preferredExhibit confidence in self and others; inspire and motivate others to perform well; effectively influence actions and opinions of othersMust have a valid Driver’s License and ability to drive a company vehicleMust be able to travel as needed nationally or internationally to fulfill the mission

PHYSICAL DEMANDSAbility to exert a moderate to extensive amount of physical effort, including walking up to 2-4 miles a day, 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.Ability to train dogs in crowded environments on-campus and in public.

Sunday- Thursday