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Trainer, Puppy Development at CNIB Foundation. Trainer, Puppy Development . Full Time, Permanent (Part time hours available). Victoria, BC. Reports to: Manager, Early Canine Development. Compensation: $56,000 - $72,210. Direct Reports: No. Join us in our mission to change what it is to be blind in Canada. . Founded in 1918, CNIB is one of Canada’s oldest charities. We believe our new strategic plan, . The Way Forward. , will once again revolutionize the way we serve and support our community from coast to coast. Working with us means that you'll be part of an ambitious, diverse team that's committed to changing what it is to be blind today. . We're looking for a mission-driven Trainer, Puppy Development CNIB Guide Dogs who is passionate about creating more accessible, inclusive, and equitable communities across Canada where people with low vision have unlimited opportunities and can experience life free from barriers and discrimination.. Your Impact at CNIB. . Recruits, interviews and takes responsibility for the selection of Puppy Raisers and boarders. Ensures that supporter resources are in place to meet the planned allocation of puppies. Train and support the volunteers throughout their puppy raising careers to ensure their on-going development and performance management.. . Assesses, monitors and records all of the puppies’ social, educational, temperamental and physical development. Maintains accurate and current documentation including progress and health records.. . Manages the placement of puppies to the puppy raisers within their club. Identifies puppies that are ready for intake into training and recommends those that should be withdrawn.. . In collaboration with the Manager Early Canine Development, plans, organises and conducts training classes on a regular basis to provide best practice, education and support to Puppy Raisers and boarders. This includes identifying and negotiating the cost of suitable venues. . . Identifies temperamental and behavioral issues and ensures the application of appropriate solutions. Highlights all health issues and promptly refers them to be reviewed. Recommends appropriate time and place for castration and spaying.. . Investigate and document all complaints and accidents relating to puppies and Puppy Raisers and take appropriate action, in line with current Health and Safety policies.. . Any other activities relevant to the role that will positively impact what it means to be blind and partially sighted today.. . Works under the supervision of the Manager, Early Canine Development.. . Consults with and works in cooperation with Puppy Development Team.. . Who you are:. Education and Certifications. . High school or the equivalent. Certification in an appropriate subject is desirable. Accredited learning in the areas of animal welfare or behaviour. Accredited learning in the field of people management. Accredited learning in the area of teaching or mentoring.. . Current valid driving licence. . . Experience and Qualifications. . Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills. Communicate effectively using a good standard of written and verbal English. Able to demonstrate aptitude for puppy and dog handling. Able to practically apply theoretical knowledge. Able to undertake demands of the role. Including walking long distances and controlling and walking with a range of dog breeds, ages and temperaments. Team player and able to work independently. Able to apply a professional approach and comply with policies and procedures.. . Basic skills in Microsoft Office software including Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word. . Knowledge of the local club area.. . Previous experience supervising a puppy raising club an advantage. . Previous experience in the areas of animal welfare or behaviour. Previous experience in the field of people management. Previous experience in a teaching or mentoring role.. . Personal or professional experience relating to blindness and sight loss is considered an asset.. . Personal or professional experience working with assistive technology and/or accessible environments is considered an asset.. . Work Environment. . Able to meet the requirements of the training program in terms of work hours plus any required travel or periods of working away from home.  Overnight hotel stays away from home. Able and willing to work unsociable hours and support promotional events.. . Comfortable with dogs in the workplace/office. . . The successful candidate will be required to carry out other such duties as may reasonably be required, commensurate with the grade of this position. All employees will be expected to excel in being customer centric and advocate for CNIB at all times.. . Company Location: Canada.