Guide Dog Breeding Kennel Technician: Impact & Enrichment

Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Inc.; Town of Patterson (NY); On-site; USD 22,730 - 32,373; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive healthcare

403(b) retirement plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Bring your dog to work

Job summary

A nonprofit dog training organization in New York is seeking a Breeding Kennel Technician dedicated to animal husbandry and care for dogs training to be guide dogs. Responsibilities include providing high-quality care, performing medical treatments, and maintaining kennel records. Candidates must have experience in caring for dogs, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to various situations. Enjoy a fulfilling role in transforming lives while working with exceptional dogs. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.

Qualifications

• Experience caring for dogs in a kennel or veterinary environment.
• Ability to assess situations quickly and make sound judgments.
• Physically able to lift and control 65–75 lb. dogs.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level animal husbandry care including bathing and feeding.
• Perform basic breeding procedures including specimen collections.
• Maintain accurate and timely records using databases.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Interpersonal skills

Dog behavior understanding

Adaptability

Positive reinforcement training

Tools

Microsoft Office

Salesforce

Job description

A nonprofit dog training organization in New York is seeking a Breeding Kennel Technician dedicated to animal husbandry and care for dogs training to be guide dogs. Responsibilities include providing high-quality care, performing medical treatments, and maintaining kennel records. Candidates must have experience in caring for dogs, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to adapt to various situations. Enjoy a fulfilling role in transforming lives while working with exceptional dogs. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package offered.