Canine Behavior Manager
Canine Behavior Manager
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23-08-2025
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23-08-2025
Job Description
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PBHSN has been voted one of the best places to work in Southwest Florida by Gulfshore Business!
Patty Baker Humane Society is hiring for our Canine Behavior Manager position. The Canine Behavior Manager is responsible for implementing the behavior program and leading a team responsible for enriching the lives of shelter dogs improving adoptability of shelter dogs through training and other behavior modification using positive and minimally aversive techniques and educating staff volunteers and the public on best practices in dog handling training care and behavioral management.
Schedule: This is an on-site position in Naples Florida. Weekend and holiday availability required.
Responsibilities
Patty Baker Humane Society is hiring for our Canine Behavior Manager position. The Canine Behavior Manager is responsible for implementing the behavior program and leading a team responsible for enriching the lives of shelter dogs improving adoptability of shelter dogs through training and other behavior modification using positive and minimally aversive techniques and educating staff volunteers and the public on best practices in dog handling training care and behavioral management.
Schedule: This is an on-site position in Naples Florida. Weekend and holiday availability required.
Responsibilities
- Lead manage and supervise Canine Behavior Specialists and canine volunteers in the implementation of Patty Baker Humane Society Naples canine behavior program
- Conduct behavioral assessments of dogs soon after intake and regularly throughout their stay at PBHSN
- Develop and implement behavior modification and training plans to prepare dogs for adoption
- Monitor behavioral health of dogs and report concerns to the Chief Operating Officer and/or the Chief Medical Officer or other PBHSN Veterinarians as appropriate
- Work with Foster Coordinator to identify foster placement of dogs with special behavioral needs; educate train and support foster caregivers as needed
- Participate in collaborative meetings to discuss progress of behavior dogs and make recommendations for further intervention or euthanasia
- Enter accurate behavior information into the shelter database to facilitate successful adoptions
- Counsel prospective adopters on dogs with special behavioral needs
- Facilitate adoption matches through conversation and help set realistic expectations of time care and financial commitment
- Coordinate follow-up contact with adopters of dogs with special behavioral needs
- Break up conflict between dogs safely and effectively
- Working with the Adoptions and Guest Services Supervisor Shelter Managers and Dog Care Supervisor select dogs for offsite community events and other community activities
- Development and implement dog handling and behavioral intervention protocols for staff volunteers foster caregivers and new adopters
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required; Associates or Bachelors degree in an animal behavior field preferred
- Minimum 5 years of experience in training handling and implementing positive reinforcement training in an animal shelter other professional dog training setting
- Behavior certification such as CPDT-KA CBCC-KA CDBC or CSB-D preferred but not required
- Effective management and supervisory skills
- Ability to handle dogs and occasional other companion animals of all sizes ages temperaments and needs safely and appropriately
- Extensive knowledge of canine health behavior socialization and husbandry/care/enrichment best practices
- Patience and tact with sensitive and passionate personnel involved in the care of shelter animals
- Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
- Engaging public speaking skills
- Excellent writing skills
- Coaching and training skills
- Highly organized and able to manage multiple projects
- Adaptable and flexible
- Computer proficiency including data entry and Microsoft Office
- Familiarity with Shelterluv preferred or ability to quickly learn new software
- Fluency in English is required; fluency in Spanish preferred but not required
The following physical requirements are considered essential to this position:
- The ability to see at approximately 20/20 vision with or without assistive devices
- The ability to hear or read lips with or without assistive devices
- The ability to use arms hands and fingers including fine motor movements
- The ability to independently lift up to 40 lbs
- Personnel in this position can expect to engage in moderate physical labor including but not limited to bending stooping crouching pushing pulling and lifting as well as sitting or standing for long periods of time.
Compensation and Benefits
- $65000 annually
- Paid time off and Holiday Pay
- Medical dental vision insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Retirement plan available matching funds after 1 year
- Significant discounts on veterinary services
Application Instructions:
- Apply online at communication with candidates will be over email and/or text - check your spam folder!
- If you have technical issues or questions please email
- No phone calls or walk-ins please
- Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States. HSN values diversity and wants to increase the diversity of our team. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Humane Society Naples is SWFLs premiere no-kill shelter for cats dogs and other small companion animals. The mission of Humane Society Naples is to shelter animals in times of need locate life-long homes and advocate for responsible pet ownership. With 3 locations in Naples FL we offer a wide range of career opportunities including in animal care veterinary medicine customer service community services administration and fundraising. If you are team-oriented compassionate and are looking for a meaningful career in which you can make a difference we invite you to consider our career opportunities.
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
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