Trainer - Explosive Detection Canine
$80,000–$82,000 year
On-siteNew York City, New York, United States or New York, United States
Job Summary
Plan and conduct explosives detection training for active and new canine handlers, developing operational search patterns and instructing teams on odor detection. Execute repetitive operational exercises while supervising MSA employees to ensure policy and client requirement adherence. Manage training records, audit methodologies, and inventory of training aids, then report results and deficiencies to management with expert recommendations. Maintain compliance with air cargo regulations and ATF licensing standards. Complete training reports and provide expert-level recommendations for future employment of trainers.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of two years of canine years and trainer experience
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a detection canine handler and/or trainer
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience
- Experience in management of human resource issues at the supervisor level
- Work experience demonstrating the ability to train in passive response
- Ability to obtain licensing form Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
- Must possess one or more of the following: Service in any military branch (including Guard and Reserve)
- Must possess one or more of the following: Law enforcement role, with a completed accredited Law Enforcement Academy (Municipal/State/Federal)
- Must possess one or more of the following: Municipal or federal correctional officer, including attending a full-time accredited LE/Corrections Academy (must have enforcement responsibilities)
- Computer skills and knowledge to use Microsoft Word and Excel programs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the herding breed and sporting breed
- Knowledge of Operant Conditioning and Classical Conditioning
- Knowledge of, and ability to handle, high and low explosives
- Possess basic knowledge of canine health and well being
- Possess adequate living environment to allow for the proper exercise and training of the canine
- Have access to reliable transportation sufficient to allow for the safe transportation of the canine to and from work
- Willingness and ability to be available for incident/emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations, which includes various days and hours (10 to 15% travel is expected)
- Must possess a working smartphone capable of receiving/accepting voice mails, and a computer to enable you to set-up and access MSA Security company email
Desired Qualifications
- Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
- Prior civilian or military K9 handler experience
- Completion of a full military handler course
- Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
- A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
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