Job Description

CTO Dog Training operates with an individualized approach and a belief that each dog and dog/owner team deserves the best tools available for all levels of training. Every dog and situation are different and a realistic custom approach to in-home structure and communication is vital.

Company Overview: CTO Dog Training is the fastest growing boutique dog training business in South Jersey and service all of New Jersey, southern New York and eastern Pennsylvania. This is a demanding but highly rewarding position with a company that prides itself in professionalism, customer service, and team atmosphere.

Job Summary: We are seeking a highly motivated and driven individual who is passionate about building professional relationships and continually advancing their dog training skills. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter, reside in the South Jersey area, and be available to work both on-and-off site daily. Reliable transportation is required, along with a working knowledge of social media platforms. Candidates should demonstrate a strong understanding of customer service principles and have confident handling skills with dogs of all sizes. A solid foundation in behavior modification techniques—ranging from anxiety to aggression—is essential. A commitment to ongoing education and growth in both dog training and client interaction is a must.

Base Salary/Pay: $19-$25/hour

Responsibilities and Duties:

· Must adhere to the training schedule as set forth for each dog by the Master Training/Supervisor

· Work with the Master Trainer and Owner(s) to oversee operations and ensure effective, safe, and professional management of all training regimes

· Professionally interface with and teach clients at their home or a location of their choosing.

· While on-site, monitor and manage all dogs and operations as required

· Must ensure a safe training environment for customers, dogs, and team members

· Identify additional behavioral concerns and communicate them properly to supervisor

· Teach dogs to obey basic commands using various training techniques and equipment as assigned by the Master Trainer

· Provide basic bathing and health management duties of dogs under CTO care.

Qualifications and Skills Requirement:

· Minimum 2 years of professional dog handling and training experience

· Proven experience with all ages and levels of obedience, and successful behavioral problem solving skills

· Strong understanding of behavior modification techniques, from anxiety to mild reactivity

· Strong communication, instructional, and interpersonal skills to ensure effective training and client satisfaction.

· Must reside in the South Jersey area and be available to work on-site daily

· Reliable transportation is required

· Self-starter with a strong work ethic; honest, dependable, and passionate about dogs

· Comfortable working during peak traffic hours, including weekdays and weekends

· Proven history of exceptional customer service skills

· Working knowledge of social media platforms for potential content creation and promotion

· Committed to continuing education and growth in both training techniques and client interaction

 

Preferred Qualifications (not required):

· Professional certification (CCPDT highly desirable)

· Experience with clicker training

· Familiarity with reactive dog training

· Fluency in Spanish

 

Benefits and Perks:

The right candidate will have access to benefits such as:

· Medical

· Dental

· 401k

 

CTO Dog Training is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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