Lead K9 Procurement & Placement Trainer
$47,798–$54,995 year
On-site · Ponte Vedra, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Lead K9 Procurement & Placement Trainer oversees training, evaluation, and handling of service dogs; coordinates and leads Procurement Trainers for dog procurement and Adoptions Trainers for dog placement; ensures procedures, safety, and compliance; manages travel and transport logistics (including flights, car rentals, hotel reservations) and partner coordination with Adoption Trainers; responsible for dog health readiness (microchip, vaccinations, health certificates) and documentation, while maintaining data in Smartsheet, Excel, and Salesforce; travel domestically and internationally to fulfill program needs; actively contributes to team planning, training plan execution, and delivering compassionate public service.
Required Qualifications
- CPDT required, or required to register within 3 months
- Previous experience in Animal Training AND handling with a minimum of 2 years required
- Previous leadership, supervision, and team management with a minimum of 1 year required
- Experience in animal behavior and dog training required
- Passport for international travel or ability to acquire one within 6 months
- Must have a valid Driver’s License and ability to drive a company vehicle
- Must be able to travel as needed nationally or internationally to fulfill the mission
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