Job Description

R&R Kennels is looking for an experienced, motivated

Lead Dog Trainer

to join our team! This is a

leadership role

overseeing our training department at an already well established, high volume boarding, daycare, and grooming facility with an existing client base and strong community reputation.

We're searching for someone who is passionate about canine behavior, confident in their skills, and excited to help grow and elevate our training program.

Position: Lead Dog Trainer

Location:

Pottsville, Arkansas

Pay:

Competitive - varies based on experience

Schedule:

Full-time

What You'll Be Responsible For (Job Duties)

Training & Program Development

Conduct one on one obedience training, behavior modification, and puppy training sessions. Assess dogs for temperament, training needs, and suitability for specific programs. Build new training packages, curriculum, and service offerings.

Client Communication & Education

Meet with clients for evaluations, consultations, and follow up sessions. Provide detailed progress updates and training plans. Educate owners on proper handling, reinforcement, and at home continuation of programs.

Department Leadership

Manage training schedules and client caseload. Maintain organized training notes, client files, and records. Collaborate with management to improve services, protocols, and program efficiency. Ensure all training methods align with our facility's standards of safety, professionalism, and positive reinforcement.

Facility Collaboration

Work closely with kennel, daycare, and grooming staff to ensure dogs in training receive consistent handling. Assist with behavioral evaluations for dogs in daycare or boarding when needed. Identify dogs who may benefit from training programs and communicate with owners.

What We Expect From You

Professional dog training education or certification Experience training a wide variety of breeds and temperaments. Ability to confidently handle reactive, fearful, energetic, or strong dogs. Strong communication skills and a customer service mindset. Reliable, organized, and self motivated with leadership qualities. Positive reinforcement based training philosophy. Willingness to adapt to our facility's systems and bring your own expertise to elevate the department.

Why Work With Us?

You'll step into a fully established facility with daily training inquiries and a loyal clientele. Supportive management team and a fun, hardworking set of coworkers. Opportunities to build and expand the training department with creative freedom. A chance to make a real impact on dogs and their owners within the community.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 - $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Relocation assistance
Work Location: In person