Contract Trainer, Canine Enrichment Centre

About Us

The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) has been serving Edmonton and area since 1907, dedicated to helping people and pets thrive, together. As a leader in animal welfare, we go beyond sheltering homeless animals — shaping a community that values the human-animal bond through advocacy, education, and accessible support services.

Our mission is to enrich the lives of people and companion animals through sheltering animals in need, supporting pet guardians, engaging with our community and inspiring compassion. Guided by our values of compassion, trust, improvement, results, inclusivity and teamwork, we work toward a more humane and connected community for all.

The Role

Working in the Canine Enrichment Centre, the Contract Trainer will design, develop, and deliver training programs in both group and private settings. This role focuses on teaching dog owners scientifically proven, positive reinforcement–based training methods to promote proper training, strengthen the human–canine bond, and improve the overall well-being and quality of life of dogs.

Key Roles & Responsibilities

Delivering Training

• Teach group classes and private consultations while providing applicable homework, training plans, and feedback forms.
• Maintain Canine Enrichment Centre and other common training spaces to ensure safety and cleanliness for clients, animals, and co-workers.
• Assess dog behaviour when required to assign dogs to the correct training class. Ensure non-aversive techniques are used during training to ensure safety and welfare of animals and clients.

Delivering Dog Behaviour and Training Methodology Classes

• Support the Dog Behavior and Training Methodology students with shadowing hours.

Administration

• Administration duties when needed assigned by the Head Trainer

Support and Maintain EHS Member and Public Facilities

• Maintain access codes, respond to incident reports, and keep membership database for Member-Exclusive Off-Leash Park (Central Bark) as well as the public Dog Wash (Muddy Paws).
• Remove waste from bins and refill with new bags while ensuring park remains clean at all times.
• Perform vaccination checks for member database base as required.

Education & Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a Dog Behaviour Training and Methodology (DBTM) program or an equivalent recognized certification

Skills & Abilities

As the ideal candidate, you will have knowledge of and experience working with companion animals, and you will demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, as well as the ability to work effectively in a computerized environment.

You will also demonstrate strong time-management and organizational skills, have the ability to work both independently and as part of a team, and show a strong commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

What we offer

Joining EHS means becoming part of a compassionate and dedicated team working toward a more humane community. You’ll be surrounded by passionate professionals who care deeply about what they do — for animals, for people, and for each other.

At EHS, we offer more than just a job — we offer meaningful work, growth opportunities, and a supportive environment where you can thrive.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

•      Meaningful work that makes a tangible impact in our community

•      Supportive leadership and a collaborative, inclusive culture

•      Opportunities for growth, learning, and professional development

•      A strong focus on employee well-being and work–life balance

Hours of Work

• Standard hours: The schedule for this position will be based on EHS operational needs and may be up to a maximum of 40 hours per week across all assigned duties, with up to 15 hours per week allocated to administrative responsibilities.
• Flexibility may be required for evenings, weekends or special events.

OUR COMMITMENT TO INCLUSION & SAFETY

The Edmonton Humane Society (EHS) was founded on the principles of creating positive change in our community. Our hiring practices embrace compassion, support for our staff and volunteers, and our role as a community leader.

We believe that a culture of belonging — where people’s unique backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued and respected — strengthens our ability to serve both animals and people. Our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion (DEI), and reconciliation helps us support pet guardians facing access-to-care challenges, strengthen the human-animal bond, and build a more compassionate, engaged, and inclusive society.

EHS is also a COR-certified employer, recognized by Alberta’s Certificate of Recognition program for maintaining the highest standards of health and safety for our staff, volunteers and the animals in our care.

How to Apply

If you’re looking for a career where compassion meets purpose, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your resume and salary expectations confidentially by emailing