Canine Trainer
Clear Path For Veterans · Chittenango, New York, United States
Posted about a month ago
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Is this posting real?
- This role has been open
- 30 days Clear Path For Veterans's roles stay open a median of 31 days
- Reposted
- No
- Salary listed
- No 67% of Clear Path For Veterans's roles list one
- Ghost-job risk at Clear Path For Veterans
- low 0 stale, 1 reposted of 3 open
- Hiring momentum
- 7 roles opened in the last 90 days ↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
- Last confirmed on the employer's board
- 2026-09-17
Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Clear Path For Veterans's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Clear Path For Veterans.
About this role
The Canine Trainer at Clear Path for Veterans is responsible for training service dogs and dogs in the Canine Development Program, ensuring they learn various skills and behaviors. This role involves collaborating with the Canine Training Manager and other staff to develop training plans, monitor dog progress, and maintain a clean and safe environment. The trainer will also participate in community events and support volunteers while adhering to the organization's mission and standards.
- benefits
- 1/5
- freshness
- 4/5
- career value
- 4/5
- role clarity
- 4/5
- pay transparency
- 0/5
Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Clear Path For Veterans as an employer.
What you need
- Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field OR equivalent work experience with certification in a recognized canine training school or recognized organization
- 3-5 years proven successful experience training dogs using modern training techniques
- Understanding of and commitment to Clear Path’s mission, policies, and protocols
- Knowledge of the assistance dog industry and associated standards
- Good knowledge of canine behavior and communication
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Nice to have
- American Kennel Club (AKC) Canine Good Citizen (CGC) Evaluator certification
- Experienced with both group and private training sessions
- Background in training service dogs
- Experience working with or maintaining extended associations with Veterans
- Leadership style that offers creativity and innovation to promote ideas and outcomes
Worth weighing
- No salary listed, but pay range is $38,000 - $40,000 USD
- Role may require weekend and evening work
- Work locations will vary depending on daily tasks
- Job involves physical demands including lifting and being active for extended periods
Summarised from Clear Path For Veterans's posting. Read the full original.
Listed by Clear Path For Veterans on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.
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