Animal Trainer Job Description Template

Job title

Animal Trainer

Job summary

[Company name] is seeking a dependable animal trainer to join our team in [city, state]. In this role, you will assess animal behavior, teach behaviors using reinforcement and support our team’s commitment to safety, quality and service.

Responsibilities

• Assess animal behavior
• Teach behaviors using reinforcement
• Run classes and private lessons
• Teach owners training skills
• Prepare animals for service or performance
• Track progress
• Care for animals’ wellbeing
• Follow company policies, safety procedures and applicable regulations

Required qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Working knowledge of learning theory and positive reinforcement
• Patience and communication
• [Add role-specific requirements, such as driver’s license or ability to pass a background check, if job-related]

Preferred qualifications

• Certified Professional Dog Trainer (CPDT-KA)
• Karen Pryor Academy certification
• IAABC behavior consultant
• Experience with clickers and treats

Skills

• Behavior assessment
• Class instruction
• Animal handling
• Training plans
• Observation
• Consistency

Work environment and schedule

Trainers work in training centers, kennels, homes, parks, stables, aquariums and outdoors. Hours include evenings and weekends for classes.

Pay and benefits

$[min]–$[max] per [hour/year], depending on experience. [List benefits: health insurance, paid time off, retirement plan, training and certification support.]

Equal opportunity

[Company name] is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law, and we provide reasonable accommodations upon request.