K9 Handler
On-site · Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Job Summary
Armed K9 Handler for the Armed Person Borne K9 Detection program in the Atlanta, GA area. Role requires highly motivated individuals with law enforcement or military canine handling experience, willing to participate in incident/emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations including weekends, holidays, nights, and overnights. Responsibilities include maintaining required canine certifications, health and welfare of the canine, maintaining training and utilization records, conducting searches as directed, and complying with firearms training and department qualification. Must be able to lift up to 90 pounds, walk extended periods, climb, kneel, and meet physical fitness expectations. Residence housing for the canine is required per company policy; possession and proper housing of the canine must be provided at the handler’s residence. Prior to selection, residence suitability will be inspected.
Required Qualifications
- Single purpose canine handler certificate or possess the ability to obtain same prior to commencing work.
- Dual purpose canine handler certificate or possess the ability to obtain same prior to commencing work.
- Three (3) or more years law enforcement canine handling experience, or three (3) or more years military canine handling experience or similarly documented substantially similar experience acquired elsewhere.
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