Program Manager/Dog Training

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Your Hearing Dog Inc supplies specially trained service dogs to the deaf and hard-of-hearing community. YHD is searching for a Program Manager to lead the implementation of our hearing dog training program. If you enjoy interacting with people and dogs then this may be the position for you.

The Program Manager will provide leadership for the development, management, delivery and implementation of the YHD dog training program, with support from other YHD team members and community partners. The Manager is a member of the Training and Marketing team, where they will provide additional training, program management, and other activities in support of YHD's mission.

Reports to: Board President

Core Job Functions

• Develop relationships with potential participants and other community partners as well as colleagues to explore and guide objectives, activities, dog training components, and design concepts before finalizing overall program.
• Coordinate an Advisory Committee to co-design capacity building opportunities for the dog training program.
• Develop a process to recruit participant organizations and oversee the selection of those businesses.
• Build and maintain relationships with program participants, including volunteer dog trainers.
• Manage and respond to requests for assistance with the application for a hearing dog from potential applicants.
• Manage and oversee any YHD team members assigned to assist with the training program.
• Participate in planning and budgeting process and manage the program budget.

• Commitment to the organization's mission, vision, and values.
• At least two (2) years of experience in at least one area directly relevant to the position: program management and/or relationship building, nonprofit program design, or dog training.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
• Broad-based knowledge of nonprofit program implementation is highly desirable.
• Commitment to building strong relationships, as well as excellent communications and organizational skills, are required.
• Love of animals, especially dogs, and an advocate for their rights.
• Sense of humor and appreciation of other YHD colleagues.