Animal Behavior Specialist - Shelter Impact & Training

Kansas Humane Society Of Wichita; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

10 paid holidays per year

Health, dental, and pharmacy plans

Vision insurance

SIMPLE IRA Retirement Plan with a good

Pre-tax spending accounts

Discounted YMCA membership

Discounts on adoptions and pet goods

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Kansas Humane Society Of Wichita is seeking a Behavior Specialist to improve the mental and behavioral health of animals in our care, developing and administering programs to support behavioral well‑being and consulting with adopters on animals with advanced concerns.

Responsibilities include leading canine and feline behavioral work, training, and creating behavior plans, while coordinating with Admissions, Adoptions, Foster, and Shelter teams to promote safe and successful adoptions.

Qualifications

• Education requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge: good judgment and independent decision-making with limited supervision.
• Experience: previous animal handling experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Behavior Management: lead in dog and cat behavior and handling; participate in playgroups and training; develop behavior improvement plans.
• Consults: advise Admissions on adoptability of animals with behavioral concerns; advise adopters and shelter staff.
• Customer Service: provide timely, polite, and professional service to staff, volunteers, and the public.

Skills

Animal handling

Customer service

Independent work

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

The Kansas Humane Society Of Wichita is seeking a Behavior Specialist to improve the mental and behavioral health of animals in our care, developing and administering programs to support behavioral well‑being and consulting with adopters on animals with advanced concerns.

Responsibilities include leading canine and feline behavioral work, training, and creating behavior plans, while coordinating with Admissions, Adoptions, Foster, and Shelter teams to promote safe and successful adoptions.