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In order to continue the great work we’re doing, we’re looking to add a K9 Adoptions Trainer to our amazing team!\nROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES\nUnder the direction of the K9 Procurement & Placement Assistant Managers, the K9 Adoptions Trainer is responsible for implementing all elements of Behavior Modification, and Dog Training for the purpose of placing Dogs into permanent homes as pets and/or other positive outcomes.\nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS\nIndependently modify assigned dog behavior, train specific behaviors that would promote adoption for career changed dogs (Dogs not suitable for Service Dog work) from basic to advanced obedience in accordance with K9s’policies and procedures\nIdentify additional behavior concerns and communicate them with the Adoption Team and future adopter\nMaintain detailed training, evaluation, behavior modification and medical records as per K9s’ policies and procedures\nAnalyze and assess individual dogs; execute a tailored training program, and assist with 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plans through Placement Management and Kennel Management; assist K9 Caretakers with cleaning kennels when needed\nAssist Adoption Team with identifying the ideal placement for dogs, initial dog adoptions, provide training assistance through transference \nContact adopters to troubleshoot and help them through any issues while the dog is still settling in their new home\nParticipate in interdepartmental meetings to discuss the overall care, behavior, and training of our adoptable dogs\nParticipate in meet and greets and adoption introductions to communicate proper dog training techniques, behavior modification and integration of their career change dog into home environments \nPerform frequent cleaning of training equipment, vehicles, and campus training areas\nParticipate in public adoption events and promotions of adoptable career change dogs\nPerform other duties as assigned by supervisor or management\nCOMPETENCIES\nInitiative\nIntegrity \nPlanning and Organizing\nInterpersonal 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