Dog Trainer

Sol Dog Lodge and Training Center; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,444,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health/dental/vision insurance

Vacation/sick leave

Commission on services

Keep 100% of tips

Job summary

Sol Dog Lodge and Training Center is seeking an experienced Dog Trainer (Full-Time) to join a growing nonprofit organization in Southern Arizona. The role involves private lessons, behavior consultations, group classes, Board & Train, and Day Train programs to keep dogs in their homes.

You will work within a team that values individualized training, empathy, and lifelong learning, with opportunities to help develop new programs and educate the community.

Qualifications

• Has at least 2 years of professional dog training experience.
• Comfortable teaching private lessons, behavior consultations, group classes, and Board & Train programs.
• Confidently evaluate behavior and develop individualized training plans.
• Communicates with professionalism, patience, and empathy.
• Willing and excited to shadow and learn from other trainers to expand skills and experience
• Understands there is no one-size-fits-all training method and can adapt approaches to each dog/client.
• Thrives as part of a collaborative team.
• Passion for strengthening the bond between dogs and their families.

Skills

Dog training

Behavior evaluation

Private lessons

Group classes

Team collaboration

Empathy

Job description

Dog Trainer (Full-Time)

For All Dogs & The People Who Love Them Training Center is growing, and we're looking for an experienced, passionate Dog Trainer to join our team!

If you're looking for more than just another training job, this is an opportunity to help shape one of Southern Arizona's fastest-growing nonprofit dog training organizations. Our trainers work with dogs and the people who love them through private lessons, behavior consultations, group classes, Board & Train, and Day Train programs-all with one goal in mind: keeping dogs in their homes.

What Makes Sol Dog Different

We believe every dog is an individual. Our trainers use a balanced training philosophy, combining sound behavior principles, clear communication, and practical solutions tailored to each dog and family. We are looking for professionals who are open-minded, collaborative, and committed to lifelong learning.

As our organization continues to grow, you'll have opportunities to expand your skills, help develop new programs, participate in community education, and make a lasting impact on dogs and their families.

We're Looking For Someone Who...

• Has at least 2 years of professional dog training experience and enjoys working with both dogs and people.
• Is comfortable teaching private lessons, behavior consultations, group classes, and Board & Train programs.
• Can confidently evaluate behavior and develop individualized training plans.
• Communicates with professionalism, patience, and empathy.
• Willing and excited to shadow and learn from other trainers to expand skills and experience
• Understands that there is no one-size-fits-all training method and can adapt training approaches to meet the individual needs of each dog and client
• Thrives as part of a collaborative team.
• Shares our passion for strengthening the bond between dogs and their families.

We're not looking for someone who knows everything-we're looking for someone who is always learning, enjoys collaborating with others, and is excited to grow alongside our organization.

More details about this role can be found in the attached job description.

Why You'll Love Working Here

• Work with a team that genuinely supports one another.
• Train a wide variety of dogs, from puppies to behavior cases.
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth.
• Be part of an organization making a real difference in the community.
• Help build the future of a growing nonprofit dedicated to serving dogs and the people who love them.

What You Can Expect During The Application Process

• First stage application (initial submission with resume and answers to job questions).
• Second Stage Application (full application with previous employment, education, references, and additional questions).
• Video submission of skills demonstration (instructions will be provided to selected candidates).
• First in-person interview, job shadow, and skills demonstration (this step may be separated into two dates/times).
• Second in-person interview with leadership team.

Accommodation: Sol Dog Lodge provides reasonable accommodations during the hiring and selection process in accordance with applicable law. If you need an accommodation to participate in this skills assessment, please contact Human Resources.

Pay & Benefits

• Hourly plus commission and tips (DOE)
• Commission on services
• Keep 100% of tips
• Vacation, sick, health/dental/vision insurance

If you're an experienced trainer who believes in individualized training, exceptional client service, and making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Applications will be reviewed as received and position may be filled before posted end date.

Please note that all employment offered at Sol Dog Lodge and Training Center are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.