Seeking a knowledgeable, patient, and professional Dog Instructor to provide high-quality training services to dogs and their owners. This role involves working with dogs of all sizes, temperaments, and backgrounds, as well as coaching owners through effective training techniques. The ideal candidate is confident, communicative, and committed to positive client experiences.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the physical ability to safely handle and train dogs of various sizes, strengths, and energy levels. Candidates should be able to:
- Lift, guide, or support dogs up to 50–75 lbs as needed.
- Stand, walk, or move continuously for 1–3 hours during training sessions.
- Perform bending, kneeling, crouching, and reaching for hands-on work.
- Maintain control of dogs that may pull, jump, or display reactive behavior.
- Use hands and fingers for fine motor tasks such as attaching leashes, fitting harnesses, or handling treats.
- Work indoors or outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Communicate clearly and confidently with clients.
- Maintain situational awareness to ensure safety for all participants.
Work Environment
- Sessions will take place at Oakwood Dog Park.
Compensation
Compensation is based on number of participants
ADA and other requirements:
Positions in this class typically require Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Seeing, Pushing and Pulling, Lifting, Fingering, Grasping, Feeling, Talking, Hearing and Repetitive Motions.
Physical Requirements: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Note
This job classification description is intended to be generic in nature. It is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions, and responsibilities, as well as the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) designation, may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.
