Breeding and Puppy Development Assistant
Warrior Canine Connection Warrior Canine Connection Boyds, MD Boyds, MD Full-time Full-time $40,000 - $50,000 a year $40,000 - $50,000 a year 6 days ago 6 days ago 6 days ago As a Warrior Canine Connection Breeding and Puppy Development Assistant, the Employee will be responsible for assisting with breeding, training, socialization and well-being of WCC puppies.
Employee will also provide one-on-one instruction and teach small group classes to Warrior Trainers, as well as to puppy parents, third parties, and community volunteers.
The Employee is expected to work collaboratively and perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.
This is a full-time position with occasional weekend/evening hours.
This is a job that will truly make a difference in the world, and in the lives of the individual Veterans and Service Members we work with every day.
What the job involves:
Assist with breeding's of program dogs.
Assist with instruction and assist teaching small group classes for our volunteer Warrior Trainers, puppy parents, and volunteers.
Assist with whelping's.
Assist with overall care of broods and pups.
Help maintain records accordingly.
Assist with volunteer management and communication.
Monitor and evaluate the puppies as they progress through training and socialization stages; enter data and complete required forms and reports in a timely manner.
Assist with logistics of pups as they enter WCC puppy parent program.
Assist with care of WCC breeding dogs.
Maintain a clean, safe environment for the dogs and humans at the program site.
Comply with or exceed Assistance Dog International minimum standards and ethics.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development and community awareness activities.
Participate in programs, trainings, and clinical supervision as required by WCC or the host facility rules.
Maintain detailed records, enter data, and complete required forms and reports in a timely manner.
Maintain and monitor supplies and equipment for the breeding and puppy department inform manger, or designated supply coordinator, when additional supplies and equipment need to be ordered.
Communicate any emergency canine health problems directly to the Director of Dog Programs and your primary supervisor as soon as they are identified.
Non-emergency issues should be communicated to your supervisor.
Transport program dogs, as directed, to receive veterinary care and provide support for exams such as eye and cardiac checks.
Required Experience, Skills, Background:
A clear understanding of the general care and wellbeing of expecting broods, neonates and breeders in kennel preferred Ability to properly interpret treatment plans and prescriptions and administer medications Understanding of kennel procedures and strict disease control Physical stamina to be on your feet bending, lifting, scooping, and hosing Ability to work weekends, evenings, overnights and holidays Detail oriented and demonstrably strong work ethic - this can be demanding work.
Friendly, calm, mature, patient, and professional demeanor with excellent communication skills.
Desire to work with Veterans and the knowledge, skills, and ability to effectively interact and work with Veterans who have experienced combat trauma and/or psychological health or physical injuries.
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision - you must learn quickly.
Ability to prioritize work tasks - organization skills and time management are critical.
Ability to instruct people with a variety of backgrounds and skill levels in the WCC training methodology and best practices for service dog training.
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, effective training methods, problem solving and instruction for all phases of training.
Ability to learn and manage a variety of administrative processes.
Basic computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office applications in order to maintain dog records, training charts, puppy evaluations, etc.
Salesforce experience is a plus.
Possess a valid driver's license, working vehicle and insurance.
Desirable
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or master's degree in canine health fields.
Previous experience working with Veterans with combat trauma.
Comfort and experience in public speaking, presentations and interacting with community members, sponsors and public relations partners.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40,000.
00 - $50,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to Relocate:
Boyds, MD 20841:
Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Employee will also provide one-on-one instruction and teach small group classes to Warrior Trainers, as well as to puppy parents, third parties, and community volunteers.
The Employee is expected to work collaboratively and perform all duties and responsibilities in a timely and professional manner.
This is a full-time position with occasional weekend/evening hours.
This is a job that will truly make a difference in the world, and in the lives of the individual Veterans and Service Members we work with every day.
What the job involves:
Assist with breeding's of program dogs.
Assist with instruction and assist teaching small group classes for our volunteer Warrior Trainers, puppy parents, and volunteers.
Assist with whelping's.
Assist with overall care of broods and pups.
Help maintain records accordingly.
Assist with volunteer management and communication.
Monitor and evaluate the puppies as they progress through training and socialization stages; enter data and complete required forms and reports in a timely manner.
Assist with logistics of pups as they enter WCC puppy parent program.
Assist with care of WCC breeding dogs.
Maintain a clean, safe environment for the dogs and humans at the program site.
Comply with or exceed Assistance Dog International minimum standards and ethics.
Participate in staff meetings, professional development and community awareness activities.
Participate in programs, trainings, and clinical supervision as required by WCC or the host facility rules.
Maintain detailed records, enter data, and complete required forms and reports in a timely manner.
Maintain and monitor supplies and equipment for the breeding and puppy department inform manger, or designated supply coordinator, when additional supplies and equipment need to be ordered.
Communicate any emergency canine health problems directly to the Director of Dog Programs and your primary supervisor as soon as they are identified.
Non-emergency issues should be communicated to your supervisor.
Transport program dogs, as directed, to receive veterinary care and provide support for exams such as eye and cardiac checks.
Required Experience, Skills, Background:
A clear understanding of the general care and wellbeing of expecting broods, neonates and breeders in kennel preferred Ability to properly interpret treatment plans and prescriptions and administer medications Understanding of kennel procedures and strict disease control Physical stamina to be on your feet bending, lifting, scooping, and hosing Ability to work weekends, evenings, overnights and holidays Detail oriented and demonstrably strong work ethic - this can be demanding work.
Friendly, calm, mature, patient, and professional demeanor with excellent communication skills.
Desire to work with Veterans and the knowledge, skills, and ability to effectively interact and work with Veterans who have experienced combat trauma and/or psychological health or physical injuries.
The ability to work independently with minimal supervision - you must learn quickly.
Ability to prioritize work tasks - organization skills and time management are critical.
Ability to instruct people with a variety of backgrounds and skill levels in the WCC training methodology and best practices for service dog training.
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, effective training methods, problem solving and instruction for all phases of training.
Ability to learn and manage a variety of administrative processes.
Basic computer skills and competency in Microsoft Office applications in order to maintain dog records, training charts, puppy evaluations, etc.
Salesforce experience is a plus.
Possess a valid driver's license, working vehicle and insurance.
Desirable
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or master's degree in canine health fields.
Previous experience working with Veterans with combat trauma.
Comfort and experience in public speaking, presentations and interacting with community members, sponsors and public relations partners.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$40,000.
00 - $50,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule:
Monday to Friday Weekends as needed Ability to Relocate:
Boyds, MD 20841:
Relocate before starting work (Required) Work Location:
In person.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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