Top 165 Animal behavior Jobs in Los Angeles Ca

Animal Trainer
spcaLA —Hawthorne, CA
- $22 - $28 an hour
- Overtime
- Background check
- Spanish
- Office
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Animal Care Attendant
spcaLA —Hawthorne, CA
- $18.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cleaning
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Operations Manager
Crossroads Pet Resort —Stanton, CA
- $30 - $40 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Sales
- Customer service
- Paid training
- Health insurance
Animal Care Team Member - Overnight
LA Dogworks —Los Angeles, CA
- From $17.87 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- High school diploma or GED
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dog Walker and Pet Sitter
SLA Highland Park —Highland Park, CA
- $20 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Office
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid training
- Flexible schedule
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Overnight Kennel Attendant
CatCafe Lounge —Marina del Rey, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Sanitation
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
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6d
Specialist, Direct Care & Enrichment
Best Friends Animal Society —Los Angeles, CA
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Bilingual
- Inventory management
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
Animal Technician - Husbandry, DLAM
UCLA Health —Los Angeles, CA
- $28.08 - $33.12 an hour
- Overtime
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
Kennel Tech
K9's Only —Los Angeles, CA
- From $14.80 an hour + tips
- Weekends as needed
- In-person
- Outdoor work
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Health insurance
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Husbandry Aquarist
Sea Dwelling Creatures —Los Angeles, CA
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- No experience needed
- Driver's License
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Dog Walker and Pet Sitter
Kat’s Pawz n Clawz Dog Walking —W Hollywood, CA
- $19.75 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Outdoor work
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1d
Veterinary Assistant
GoodVets —Los Angeles, CA
- $19.00 - $23.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Kennel Attendant
West Valley Pet Clinic —Van Nuys, CA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- In-person
- Entry level
- Paid training
- Paid time off
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14d
Animal Care Supervisor
Petco —South Gate, CA
- $21.50 - $33.50 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Merchandising
- Maintenance
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
Dog Daycare Attendant 3+ Years experience
DEN Urban Dog Retreat —Los Angeles, CA
- From $19 an hour
- Part-time
- Heavy lifting
- Mid-level
- In-person
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9h
Volunteer Services Animal Trainer - PART TIME
PASADENA HUMANE —Pasadena, CA
- $26.53 - $34.49 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Animal Care Technician - South Park Doggie Waterland
BEST FRIENDS PET CARE INC —Inglewood, CA
- $17.50 - $19.00 an hour
- Overtime
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Computer literacy
- Maintenance
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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9d
Assistant Manager, Pet Adoption Center
spcaLA —Hawthorne, CA
- $70,500 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Management
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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6d
Daycare Assistant
The Wags Club —West Los Angeles, CA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Pet Hotel - Kennel Attendant I Bather I Receptionist I Driver
Kennel Club LAX —Los Angeles, CA
- From $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Maintenance
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Animal Trainer

spcaLA
Hawthorne, CA

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Job Details

Part-time | Full-time
$22 - $28 an hour

Benefits

Paid training
Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Animal behavioral training
Companion animal handling
Animal shelter experience
Copy machines
In-person customer service
Animal behavior
Company vehicle operation
High school diploma or GED
Driver's License
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Fax machines
Video recording equipment
Desktop applications
Project execution
Clerical experience
Productivity software
CPDT-KA Certification
Faxing
Animal behavior assessment
Teaching
Behavioral therapy
Office record organization

Full Job Description

Primary Function: To facilitate life-long placements and lower relinquishments of pets through education and training of volunteers, staff and the public. To enhance the life of our shelter animals through training, behavior modification and enrichment activities.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Participate in the implementation of in-house shelter animal programs using positive reinforcement training methods. Includes participation in evaluation of animals, preparation of individual written training plans, and hands-on work with animals in the program.
Lead in-group training classes for the public and in-house animals offered through spcaLA.
Work with the Manager of Behavior & Training to meet the behavioral needs of the animals in our care by maintaining effective on-going behavior treatment programs.
Assist in training staff and volunteers in regards to behavioral sheltering and training for the animals in our care.
Provide on-site counseling for potential adopters to help make successful placements.
Answer the behavior hotline and respond to training emails
Perform office work including filing, organizing, maintaining supplies, copying, scheduling, and database entry.
Maintain records as required and ensure information is entered correctly and timely into shelter database.
Maintain a high level of communication and work collaboratively with all personnel including shelter management in a manner that is consistent with agency policy.
Perform other duties, as assigned.

Job Related & Essential Qualifications

Ability to:

Handle the physical and emotional aspects of work in an animal shelter environment.
Handle all types of domestic animals including but not limited to dogs and cats.
Work well and communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with the public, fellow employees and volunteers.
Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Speak in public and instruct groups diverse in age, culture, and socioeconomic status, in varied settings.
Maintain accurate records as required to ensure that accurate and timely information is available.
Show maturity and good judgment, perform the job in a professional manner and work efficiently under pressure.
Execute projects with little supervision and work independently.
Must be highly self-motivated and well organized to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment.
Attend and participate in Society events.

Knowledge of:

Teaching, training, & Behavior Modification techniques.
Basic domestic animal care.
Computer applications (Word, Excel, Email,).
Usage of office equipment (copier, fax machine, telephone, etc.).
Digital Video Recording equipment.

Other Essential Qualifications

Must be able to work a flexible schedule as well as the ability to work overtime. Work hours will also include weekend and evening shifts.

License Required - Possession of a valid and appropriate California Driver’s License will be required prior to employment. License must be maintained in the course of employment. Applicant must be insurable to drive company vehicles.

Physical Demands

Requires the ability to stand, walk, run, sit and kneel, crouch or crawl and climb different levels of height.
Perform work which includes walking large dogs, lifting, carrying and/or pushing of 50 lb. or more.
The employee will also be required to lift and carry equipment and disabled animals, at times for long distances.
While performing this job the employee is regularly required to use hands & fingers; handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk loudly and clearly; and hear.

Working Conditions

Dealing with possible unruly, vicious and dangerous animals and intake the same safely and humanely.
Dealing with possible hostile or overly emotional public.
Ability to handle heavy and fast-paced workload; strenuous physical activity.
Possible exposure to parasites and infectious diseases.
Must be willing to work irregular hours, shifts, weekends, holidays and standby.
Travel between facilities.
The noise level in performing this job varies depending on the task being performed.

Experience and Training

High school diploma required. Prefer college degree or equivalent. Attendance at a variety of animal training and behavior classes, workshops & seminars. Understanding of learning theory helpful.
Paid training experience independently teaching group classes required.
CPDT-KA, KPA, CTC, certification or equivalent preferred.
Practical experience handling both dogs and cats. Previous shelter work experience is highly desirable.
Understanding of the Spanish Language beneficial.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

License/Certification:

CPDT-KA Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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animal behavior jobs in los angeles ca

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Operations Manager

Animal Care Team Member - Overnight

Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Overnight Kennel Attendant

Specialist, Direct Care & Enrichment

Animal Technician - Husbandry, DLAM

Kennel Tech

Husbandry Aquarist

Dog Walker and Pet Sitter

Veterinary Assistant

Kennel Attendant

Animal Care Supervisor

Dog Daycare Attendant 3+ Years experience

Volunteer Services Animal Trainer - PART TIME

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Assistant Manager, Pet Adoption Center

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