EOE Statement
It is the policy of the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, Inc. to provide all persons with equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, citizenship status, national origin, ancestry, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, creed, physical or mental disability, marital status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or any other factor protected by law.
Category
Animal Care
Description
Job Purpose:
The Training and Behavior Support position is responsible for delivering training curricula for public-facing clients to support pet retention and diversion, and support behavior modification programming for in-shelter pets.
Essential Functions:
Shelter Behavior Program Oversight:
- Work closely with the Behavior Manager to ensure best practices are implemented in individuals' treatment plans.
- Implement behavior assessments and modification plans for shelter animals.
- Maintain and update behavior documentation and shelter software records.
- Ensure timely sharing of behavioral observations and modifications with animal care and adoption teams.
- Support adoptions team with introductions of dogs to potential adopters and resident dogs when more in depth counseling or skill is required.
- Provide support including trainings to medical and operations staff to ensure behavior and welfare needs are implemented.
Community Training Team Management:
- Provide public education through workshops, classes, and individualized consultations, focusing on pet diversion and retention.
- Ensure all community training programs reflect positive, evidence-based practices.
- Collaborate on outreach and events that promote responsible pet ownership and behavior education.
- Coordinates and or supports training and behavior programs such as PET VIP.
General Responsibilities:
- Represent HSSA in media, events, and community functions as needed.
- Represent HSSA in a professional and positive manner.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Working Conditions:
Work is performed at an animal shelter or community settings. Must be able to handle all sizes and activity levels of animals. Exposure to zoonotic diseases, fractious animals, loud noises, and outdoor weather.
Position Requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Strong understanding of canine behavior and training methods.
- Previous work or volunteer experience in a shelter setting
- Completion of Fear Free Shelter certification
- Three years of experience in animal behavior
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Computer proficiency and familiarity with animal shelter software
Preferred Qualifications:
- Degree in animal behavior or related field.
- Professional dog training certification (CPDT-KA, KPA, or similar) preferred.
Performance Factors and Skills:
- Ability to work independently and make critical decisions regarding animal welfare.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across departments.
- Strong public speaking, teaching, and customer service abilities.
- Understanding of humane and ethical animal training principles.
- Commitment to HSSA's mission and values.
Full-Time/Part-Time
Full-Time
Compensation & Benefits
Medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Employer retirement contributions, Optional Health Savings Account with employer contribution. Access to voluntary supplemental insurance Free Pet Adoptions and staff discounts
Salary
Hiring Range: $16.25-19.00 Hourly
Temporary
Position
Training and Behavior Support Specialist
Close Date
Number of Openings
1
Exempt/Non-Exempt
Non-Exempt
Hiring Manager(s)
Aldo Lebel
Location
Humane Society of Southern AZ
About the Organization
The Humane Society of Southern Arizona (HSSA), founded in 1944, is a private, independent, non-profit 501(c)(3) animal welfare organization with the mission of acting with compassion and responsible stewardship through innovative programs that serve pets and the people who love them. HSSA is the largest charitable animal welfare and protection agency in Southern Arizona with 100+ employees and 1300 volunteers. In 2018, HSSA moved into a new state-of the-art animal shelter and spay/neuter clinic.
Vision: A community in which all pets are cared for and loved
As staff of the Humane Society of Southern Arizona, we pledge to be committed to our team as we are to the organizations mission. We will foster a compassionate environment for each other, our volunteers, and the human and animal clients we serve; empowering one another with knowledge, empathy, encouragement and recognition. We aim to eliminate negativity, support positive and effective communication, promote individual and organizational growth, and work as a cohesive team at all times regardless of tenure, position or department.
HSSA values and and champions diversity and inclusion. these values are part of who we are. Together we will continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices of our HSSA team and teh communities we serve.
This position is currently accepting applications. 
