Top 18 Dog trainer Jobs in Michigan

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LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND —Rochester Hills, MI
- $26.52 - $36.07 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Receptionist/Dog Kennel Part-Time, Mon-Friday and weekends, Holidays
Club Pet Too —Walled Lake, MI
- $14 - $15 an hour
- Overtime
- US work authorization
- Front desk
- In-person
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Canine Handler
Rose Pest Solutions —Lansing, MI
- From $43,500 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Word
- 18 years or older
- English
- Paid training
- Dental insurance
12d
Training Specialist
VETERINARY UNITED —Clinton Township, MI
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- 2 years
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Honors Program Dog Trainer
Canine College —Farmington Hills, MI
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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VETERINARY UNITED —Clinton Township, MI
- Mid-level
- Leadership
- 2 years
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Upland Hunting Guide
The Huntsman Hunt Club Inc. —Dryden, MI
- $16 - $19 an hour
- Part-time
- In-person
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Dog Trainer
PetSuites —Sterling Heights, MI
- Weekends as needed
- Cleaning
- In-person
- 1 year
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Dog Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training —Grand Rapids, MI
- $50,000 - $70,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Residential
- Driving
- Computer skills
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Dog Trainer
Petco —Portage, MI
- From $15 an hour
- Part-time
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Organizational skills
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
2d
Manager of Canine Care & Enrichment
Friends for Animals of Metro Detroit —Dearborn, MI
- From $17.75 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Inventory management
- Customer service
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Assistant Dog Trainer
Loyal K-9 —Commerce, MI
- From $12 an hour
- Part-time
- Cleaning
- Fair chance
- In-person
- Employee discount
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13d
Dual Role: Canine Care Specialist And Kitchen Team Member at The Pack Indoor Dog Park
The Pack Indoor Dog Park —Comstock Park, MI
- $12 - $15 an hour + tips
- Night shift
- Bar
- 18 years or older
- Cooking
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Dog Trainer
BreedAbove —Ann Arbor, MI
- From $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Cleaning
- In-person
- 1 year
- Paid training
- Disability insurance
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Adoptions Specialist
Humane Society of Huron Valley —Ann Arbor, MI
- $18 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- Office
- Windows
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Dog Daycare Attendant
MACATAWA DOG TRAINING LLC —Holland, MI
- $15 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
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LEADER DOGS FOR THE BLIND -
Rochester Hills, MI

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Job Details

Full-time
$26.52 - $36.07 an hour
6 days ago

Benefits

Disability insurance
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k) matching
Life insurance

Qualifications

Outdoor work experience
Employee relationship building

Full Job Description

Leader Dogs for the Blind, based in Rochester Hills, Michigan, has been making people unstoppable for 80 years, empowering people who are blind or visually impaired with lifelong skills for safe and independent daily travel. To learn more about our mission and campus follow the link to our website here.

Why work at Leader Dogs for the Blind?

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance after 90 days of employment
Employer paid life insurance
Employer paid disability insurance
401k with employer match
Flexible spending account
Paid time off front loaded on first day of employment
Annual merit pay increases
Workout room access
Dog friendly office

SUMMARY

The Guide Dog Mobility Instructor is responsible for training dogs to be qualified Leader Dog guides and instructing qualified persons who are legally blind to travel effectively with those dogs. The instructor is expected to provide basic instruction in the use of alternative mobility aids and technology to enhance the Leader Dog client’s travel skills and mobility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Trains Leader Dogs to be responsible, effective guide dogs by selecting appropriate locations and objectives.
Evaluates Leader Dogs as they progress through training to meet Leader Dog standards and objectives. Creates improvement plans and recommends career change for dogs who are not meeting standards.
Recommends client and dog matches to Team Supervisor for approval.
Assists in the planning and scheduling of client instruction.
Assesses the orientation and mobility needs and capabilities of clients seeking to improve their mobility. With the client, writes SMART objectives to achieve safe and independent guide dog travel.
Based on assessment and selected objectives, tailors instructional techniques within standards to train qualified Leader Dog clients to travel effectively with a Leader Dog or other applicable methods.
Continuously evaluates client progress during instruction and modifies training plan in order to achieve objectives.
Provides basic instruction in Orientation and Mobility techniques and GPS when needed.
Ensures proper routine care, health care and maintenance of Leader Dogs in training.
Maintains written and computer records according to established procedures.
Coordinates planning for graduate and applicant visits. Conducts effective graduate follow-up visits, applicant interviews and graduate assistance. Provides Field Services with accurate reports on each applicant interview and graduate visit.
Participates in admissions meetings to evaluate new and reapplying applicants (when qualified and requested to do so).
Participates in internal or external meetings and promotional activities as needed.
Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree (BA or BS) from an accredited four-year college or university and a minimum of one year of related experience. An equivalent combination of experience and education may be considered in lieu of a bachelor’s degree. Must have successfully completed an IGDF recognized Guide Dog Mobility Instructor Program. Previous experience and knowledge of animal behavior, dog training skills, teaching skills, and experience with Orientation and Mobility desired.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Ability to establish and maintain professional, productive and courteous interactions with employees that promote positive teamwork, as well as with volunteers, donors, clients and all constituents of Leader Dog. This encompasses going beyond giving and receiving instructions and includes but is not limited to (a) performing work activities requiring interacting or speaking with others; and (b) responding appropriately to constructive feedback or suggestions for improvement from a supervisor.
Successfully passed Leader Dog GDMI testing and peer review process.
Ability to work with a group of large dogs and provide safe and human training and kennel environment.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of supervisors, co-workers, students and the general public.
Possess excellent oral and written communication skills as well as strong organizational skills and the ability to handle multiple tasks.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes non-traditional business hours including evenings, weekends and holidays.
Ability to travel when necessary.
May be required to possess a valid driver’s license, chauffer’s license and passport.
Proficient in latest version of Microsoft Office products.
Possess sound business judgment, exercise professional conduct, understand and follow business ethics and standards, and maintain a high level of confidentiality in all duties.
This position requires adherence to all applicable safety and health policies and procedures.
CPR and health related training will be needed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Upon receiving notice, reasonable accommodations may be made, if possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to walk, stand, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or crouch, talk, hear, and smell. They may be frequently required to drive. They occasionally are required to sit and use the phone. They must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and depth perception in order to effectively assess canine behavior, potential hazards, and safely monitor client and canine instruction. Must be able to work outside in all weather conditions and walk distances consistent with training program needs for clients and dogs.

Leader Dogs for the Blind reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position title as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

Leader Dogs for the Blind is an at-will employer. This means that the employment relationship may be ended at any time without notice by the employer or employee for any reason. Neither this document, nor any manual issued by Leader Dogs for the Blind, is a contract of employment.

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