Agility Field Representative

The “mission” of the Agility Field Representative as the “face, eyes and ears” of the AKC is to be the ultimate advisor/mentor for current and future generations of judges, show chairs and exhibitors which, in addition to many other responsibilities, is an enormous task. This is achieved by dedication to the organization and satisfaction in ensuring constituents are treated with the highest quality customer experience, knowing that the majority are to be attended to with appreciation as volunteers. The care of our customers is a central responsibility.

Primary Job Duties

The position of Agility Field Representative exists to give the exhibitors, clubs, and judges the support they need to run trials that embody the spirit of the AKC sport of agility.  Field Representatives are to assist clubs and judges with the proper application of regulations and help them with customer service relative to all aspects of AKC agility trials. Field Representatives also are a key component in building positive relationships with exhibitors, judges, trial secretaries, and club members through their positive problem-solving and listening skills.

• Represents the AKC Agility program at Agility Trials by supervising clubs and judges.  Responsible for making sure the trials run are safe and adhere to AKC regulations 
• Direct Supervision of approximately 45 judges.  Responsible for their course reviews, acting as a resource for judges, and implementing individual training as needed. 
• Supervise and train provisional judges at their provisional assignments.  Also, provide ongoing training and development of fully approved judges at trials.
• Supervise clubs to make sure they have the tools they need to be successful, train club members as needed, and confirm all equipment used is safe and in compliance with AKC Regulations.
• Assists at the AKC Agility Nationals, AKC Agility Invitational, and Agility Premier Cup as assigned.  Will Chair a specific area (ie. awards, judges, site, ring management, etc.
• Ongoing review and recommendations for changes in agility regulations.  Responsible for implementation of regulation updates.
• Assist Sr. Agility Field Rep with the preparation of materials for assigned topics at the New Agility Judges Seminar and Agility Judges Continuing Education Seminars.  Teach at seminars as assigned.

Required Skills, Specialized Knowledge and Competency Requirements

• Extensive knowledge of AKC rules and programs, or background in the sport of Agility. Must have been an AKC Agility judge.
• Expertise in Agility course design is required. Course review is a job that demands a great deal of knowledge in the design area of courses offered at AKC agility trials.
• Knowledge of all aspects of agility trials. The ideal candidate has been a trial chair, trial secretary, all ring help positions, and an active exhibitor.
• Proven customer service knowledge and background.
• Must have a background in analyzing potential issues that may cause problems to a project and show problem resolution skills.
• Proficient use of Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Requires maximum work schedule flexibility with overnight travel. Average 8 days per month of travel.
• Weekend travel required.
• Trial supervisions may require 12-hour work days.
• This is a remote work position. Must be able to work with minimal supervision and autonomy.
• Must have a valid Drivers License