Campus Director

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K9s For Warriors is the nation’s largest provider of service dogs to veterans suffering from the invisible wounds of war, such as Post-Traumatic Stress. We are the fastest growing non-profit in America. Our unique, in-house program helps change the lives of American heroes by pairing them with a battle buddy, who was likely a rescue dog, and then teaching him or her to utilize that dog to mitigate the symptoms of their wounds. In order to continue the great work, we are doing, we are in need of an experienced Campus Director for our Phoenix, AZ location to join our amazing team.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Campus Director – Phoenix will oversee the K9s For Warriors Phoenix Campus. This Director will provide leadership and direction to the staff at the K9s For Warriors Phoenix Campus and be responsible for managing kennel staff, procurement, K9 training, and facilities in collaboration with and support by relevant departments at the Shari Duval National Headquarters.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage the development, potential construction, and facility operations of the K9s For Warriors Phoenix Campus
• Manage and provide strategic guidance to all staff assigned to the K9s For Warriors Phoenix Campus
• Ensure a steady flow of rescue dogs are procured from local rescue partners and shelters
• Serve as lead on-the-ground manager for K9 training, health, procurement, and transportation teams
• Ensure a culture where effective teamwork, collaboration and innovation are expected, recognized and rewarded
• Lead by example regarding cross organizational cooperation and clear standards of conduct

OTHER DUTIES

• Participate in special projects and take on additional tasks as assigned

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in dog training, kennel management, or program management/administration.
• Knowledge of issues facing Veterans and a passion for serving this community
• Knowledge of dogs, rescues, dog training, animal welfare
• Five or more years management experience
• Budget management experience, including creating, analyzing, and reporting
• Strong organizational abilities including planning, delegating, program development and task facilitation

COMPETENCIES

• Integrity
• Discipline
• Forming judgement
• Decisiveness
• Planning and organizing
• Controlling progress
• Organization sensitivity
• Managing

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Dog training: 1 year (Preferred)
• Program management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Kennel Management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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