BALANCED DOG TRAINER & CERTIFIED PET PROFESSIONAL | Washington DC Metro Area

DC Dog Sitter; Washington (District of Columbia); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly base pay plus commission

Earned paid time off

Additional benefits

Job summary

DC Dog Sitter is looking for a Balanced Dog Trainer & Certified Pet Professional in the Washington DC Metro area. You will conduct training sessions, evaluate dogs’ temperaments, and develop training plans.

The ideal candidate should have a degree, be certified if possible, and possess strong problem-solving and communication skills. This role offers part-time to full-time hours with flexibility based on training schedules, and is ideal for dog lovers committed to enhancing pet lives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree is preferred.
• Certification through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) is advantageous.
• One to three years of experience in the pet professional field.

Responsibilities

• Conduct one-on-one and group training sessions with clients’ dogs.
• Evaluate dispositions and temperaments of dogs.
• Develop and document suitable training plans.

Skills

Dog training techniques

Animal behavior knowledge

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Time-management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)

Certification from CCPDT (advantageous)

Job description

Balanced Dog Trainer & Certified Pet Professional

DC Dog Sitter is a leading provider of professional pet care services in the Washington DC Metro area.

Job Summary

The Balanced Dog Trainer and Certified Pet Professional is responsible for conducting one‑on‑one and group training sessions with clients’ dogs, evaluating dispositions and temperaments, providing regular progress updates, and teaching clients how to reinforce good behavior.

Reports to Administration through General Manager.

Responsibilities

• Consulting with clients to discuss behavioral concerns and training needs.
• Identifying additional behavioral concerns and communicating them to clients.
• Developing suitable training plans for dogs and documenting their progress.
• Teaching dogs to obey basic commands using various training techniques suited to each dog’s personality and attributes.
• Implementing appropriate training programs to address and resolve problem areas, including aggression, separation anxiety, hyperactivity, and biting.
• Teaching clients appropriate training methods to enforce and maintain behaviors and skills learned during training sessions.
• Contacting clients to schedule training appointments, verify bookings, and provide updated information specific to their situation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred.
• Certification through the Certification Council for Professional Dog Trainers (CCPDT) is advantageous.
• Be 21 years or older.
• One to three years of experience in the pet professional field.
• License/Certification (specify) or ability to complete our Certification Program (paid by DCDS).
• Sound knowledge of dog training techniques, animal behavior, and body language.
• Proven experience working as a Dog Trainer.
• Excellent problem‑solving, organizational, and time‑management skills.
• A love for dogs and a commitment to help pets live their best life.
• Patient and enthusiastic.
• Availability for group training classes and individual sessions.
• Availability during some holidays and weekends.
• Great communication skills and the ability to respond promptly with clear, grammatically correct messages.
• Have excellent references.
• Own a mobile/smartphone capable of texting, emailing, and sending photos.

Schedule

Part‑time to full‑time hours available; Monday to Friday with occasional mornings, evenings, and weekends. Flexible according to group training schedule and individual sessions.

Benefits

Hourly base pay plus commission, earned paid time off, and additional benefits.

Location

Various locations in the DC Metro Area, Washington, DC, United States.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.