Manager, Guide Dog Training Team

Southeastern Guide Dogs is seeking a seasoned Certified Guide Dog Instructor to join our team in a manager capacity. The Training Team Manager is the liaison between remaining Guide Dog Instructors/Apprentices and the Director of Training. These Managers are responsible for the supervisory duties of these team members and also the further development and growth of our Training department as a whole.

Training team managers are responsible for managing 1-2 guide dog training teams of 3-4 instructors per team. Managers will oversee training teams during guide dog training and during three week on campus client training. Managers should be visible and available to their instructors. An approachable and supportive relationship should be built between each team member and the team manager while maintaining a culture of accountability and productivity.

Manager Expectations:

• Ensure training records are kept up to date by all team members.
• Maintain a level of high expectations in the training of our world class guide dogs and client instruction.
• Occasionally assist in the evaluation of puppies in training.
• Remain up to date on all behavioral, training and medical information with each dog assigned to your team(s).
• Frequently work the dogs in training for each of your training teams.
• Provide the daily/weekly schedule for each of your training teams and ensure each training team is staying on track with the training curriculum.

• Travel when necessary for follow ups, home training or admissions interviews.
• Approve timesheets and time off for all members of your teams.
• Be core team member in all aspects of three week on campus client training classes.
• Work nights, weekends and holidays when applicable during class training.
• Maintain clear and constant communication with the Director of Training.

• Provide employee performance appraisals when needed.
• Assist Director of Training on protocol updates.
• Occasionally assist with marketing needs.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience working as a certified Guide Dog Instructor (REQUIRED)
• Certification as a Guide Dog Instructor by an IGDF accredited Guide Dog school (REQUIRED)
• Valid driver’s license
• Strong computer skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Bachelor's Degree (Preferred)
• Exceptional writing, communication and public speaking skills

** While we appreciate your interest in working at Southeastern Guide Dogs, we request that you do not call or email about your application. We receive hundreds of applications weekly and process candidates as quickly as possible. Because of the high volume, we may need several weeks to process each one. Calling or emailing will not increase your chances of an interview, and we will get back to you as soon as possible.**

• We recognize 11 paid holidays per year - even your birthday is a holiday!
• Chef-prepared lunch is available for FREE on campus (Monday - Friday)
• The organization pays 100% of the premium on the base medical, dental and vision insurance as well as covers $15k in life insurance and offers a 5% retirement plan match for all benefit-eligible employees.
• Our PTO policies are very generous (12 - 20 days per year depending on tenure) + Plus we offer a variety of opportunities to earn additional PTO
• We have a Fitness Center/Gym available for FREE to all employees

To learn more about our incredible organization and the benefits of employment, please visit our WEBSITE & CAREER PAGE