Training Manager

Description At Canine Companions ,we’rededicated to making a difference in the lives of people with disabilities. As an employee,you’llhelp provide independence to individuals, while also giving a dog a meaningful job. Our commitment to our mission is reflected in our equally strong dedication to our employees. Our Employee Benefits We believe in offering a comprehensive benefits package to ensure the well-being and growth of our team: Employer-Paid Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision benefits for staff Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays annually, including an Inclusion Holiday, plus 17 paid days off (PTO) during your first year Retirement Savings : Employer-matched 403(b) retirement plan Community Engagement: Additionalpaid hours to volunteer within your community Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs: Support for both professional and personal well-being Inclusion and Diversity Committee dedicated to ongoing efforts to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace by setting actionable goals and evaluating progress Employee Testimonial "Training and teaching. I love watching dogs discover how to complete the tasks that we train.I also love seeing clients learn how toutilizethose tasks to increase their independence." — SeniorInstructor Qualifications The Training Manager is responsible formanaging the operations of the regional training department and regional kennel department. This position oversees the training department functions and, working with the regional program director, coordinates theactivities and functions of the training department with those of the kennel and veterinary departments, participant programs, and puppy programs. Key Responsibilities Staff Management & Development: Supervise, train, and evaluate employees in the apprentice/instructor training program and Kennel Supervisor.Ensure that apprentice instructors receive properinstructionin approved training techniques.Provide and assign full instructors with instructor projects to further develop their skills.Coach and develop direct reports, providing them with tools, resources, and growth opportunities.Working with regional program director and national staff,providetraining to staff,organize/administer testing,evaluateperformance, andmakepromotion recommendations. Dog Training & Oversight: Oversee the training, feeding, care, and exercise of dogs through all training phases.Through direct observation, ensure dogs in training meet agency standards.Provide training to apprentice instructors to deliver student instruction.Train string of dogs to skill levels necessary forassistanceplacement.Provide oversight and instructionregardingcanine training techniques and behavior modification. Program Planning & Strategy: In conjunction with national and regional staff, develop strategic planning to meet placement goals.Work with seniordirectornational training to pilot programs and provide feedback. Canine Evaluation &Selection: Evaluate canine temperament and behavior todetermineservice dog suitability.Oversee canine evaluations for breeder selection, train staff on breeder selection traits.Manage thereleasedog process and provide documentation and adoption recommendations.In collaboration with directors, coordinateselectionof candidates for Team Training. Client Instruction & Support: Use Canine Companions Team Training curriculum toteachstudents with disabilities.Provide lectures, hands-on demonstrations, and critical feedback to students and graduates.Help students resolve dog handling issues and ensure long-term success with theirassistancedogs. Administrative Duties: Maintainprofessionalism and clear communication withinteamand across departments.Maintain records, schedules, and documentation (reports, testing, evaluations).Prepareaccurateandtimelyprofessional communications with puppy raisers. Qualifications To be successful in this role, candidates shouldpossessthe following: Must Have: Ability to perform several tasks concurrently, time management and good organizational and communication skills. Ability to supervise and train; able to adjust training methods to support individual learning. Ability tomaintainconfidential information Ability to complete necessary paperwork and meet deadlines. Ability to work independently as well as to direct, manage,trainand motivate others. Nice to Have: Full Canine Companions Instructor or equivalent (accumulate minimum thirty months trainingassistancedogs and teaching students to work withassistancedogs). Required to pass Canine Companions’ written and working instructor examinations within six months of hire. Bachelor’s degree in a related field, or equivalent experience Compensation Salary Range: $80,000-$85,000 annually. For internal candidates , compensation will be set within the posted wage range for the role, in consideration of internal equity and the scope of the position. Schedule Full-Time Inclusion and DiversityCommitment We recognize that peoplecomewith a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. Diversityof experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence. Therefore, we encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to our positions. The base salary range aboverepresentsthe low andhigh of therange for this position. Actual salaries will vary and may be above or below the range based onvarious factors, including but not limited to location, experience, and performance. The range listed is just onecomponentof the total compensation package for employees. Pursuant to local Fair Chance Ordinances , we willconsider foremployment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Accommodation Request If you needaccommodationsduring the interview process, please let us know. We are committed toensuringall applicants have equal access to the opportunity to succeed. #J-18808-Ljbffr Canine Companions For Independence