Dog Trainer - Balanced

Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in professional dog training.
• Familiarity and confidence with balanced training tools (e.g., prong collars, e-collars, long lines, markers, food engagement strategies).
• Ability to handle dogs of all sizes and temperaments safely and confidently.
• Comfortable working indoors, outdoors, and in high-energy environments.
• Strong communication skills coupled with a positive, professional demeanor.
• Open-mindedness to feedback, eagerness to learn, and adaptability.
• Flexible availability, including weekends, holidays, mornings, and evenings.
• Reliable transportation and the ability to work at either of our two locations. Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with obedience training, reactivity work, board-and-train, or structured day training.
• Background in customer service and coaching dog owners.
• Experience in dog daycare, kennels, veterinary clinics, shelters, or rescues.
• Ability to create individualized training plans and document progress.
• Motivated self-starter with a strong work ethic and excellent time management skills.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively as part of a training team. What You'll Do
• Conduct training using balanced, fair, and humane methods.
• Teach dog owners how to keep training effective and confident, both in person and through video homework.
• Facilitate private lessons, group sessions, or board-and-train programs (depending on experience).
• Assess incoming dogs and collaborate on creating tailored training plans.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with clients and team members.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and structured training environment.
• Embody A Dog's Best Friend training philosophy with respect and professionalism.

About Us At A Dog's Best Friend, we're not just a training facility; we're a vibrant community of passionate dog lovers dedicated to fostering clear and confident communication between dogs and their humans. We offer expert daycare, caring boarding services, and innovative dog training programs using a balanced, results-driven approach. We pride ourselves on continual learning, mentorship, and a team culture built on respect and accountability. If you're committed to helping dogs thrive and envision a career that evolves with you, we'd love to meet you! About You You are an experienced, compassionate, and confident trainer who believes in employing a variety of tools and techniques tailored to each dog's individual needs. Your deep understanding of dog behavior, ability to read body language, and skill in coaching humans with clarity and patience make you an ideal fit. You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, adapt quickly to the diverse needs of our canine clients, and are motivated to enhance your skills within a supportive team. If This Sounds Like You… We want to hear from you! Please submit your resume along with a brief note sharing an example of your initiative, motivation, or a unique quality you would contribute to our training team. Join us and help make a difference in the lives of dogs and their humans!

Pay:

From $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): We have listed nine requirements for this job. Please explain how you qualify for the third requirement.

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Professional Balanced Dog training: 3 years (Required) Teaching clients : 3 years (Required) Shift availability: Day Shift (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Vancouver, WA 98684 (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person