Canine Handler - Explosive Detection

Allied Universal • Greer, SC

18h

About The Position

Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services is hiring an Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler. The handler partners with a trained Explosive Detection Canine to conduct searches at assigned client sites, including corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, and open areas. Previous canine experience is not required; paid training is provided. The K9 lives with the handler, who must have suitable housing and a private, reliable vehicle for transporting the dog. The role is part-time and pays $29.83 per hour. A canine stipend, training, and care are provided.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of qualifying service in one or more of the following: any military branch, including Guard and Reserve; law enforcement with completion of an accredited law enforcement academy; or municipal or federal corrections with enforcement responsibilities and completion of a full-time accredited law enforcement or corrections academy.
• Adequate living environment for the proper exercise and training of the K9.
• Access to reliable transportation sufficient to safely transport the K9 to and from work; the job description specifies that a private vehicle is required and public transportation cannot be used for K9 transport.
• Willingness and ability to be available for incident/emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations at various days and hours.
• Licensing may be required before employment, depending on state and/or local laws and regulations.

Nice To Haves

• Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement or security, such as Military Police or Elite Military Forces, combat arms, or a 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.
• At least eight years of service in any military branch.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a trained Explosive Detection K9 to conduct searches at assigned client sites and in other situations as needed.
• Assist and liaise with client security managers, law enforcement agencies, security personnel, and local partners or their representatives to carry out agreed security protocols and post orders.
• Train the Explosive Detection K9 each day in accordance with company policy and ensure the K9’s safety and well-being.
• Adhere to regulatory and other protocols, including use of required technology.
• Be available for incident and emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations at various days and hours.

Benefits

• Canine stipend, training, and care provided.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (listed under full-time benefits).
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance (listed under full-time benefits).
• Paid time off accrues at one hour per 25 hours worked on a weekly basis (listed under full-time benefits).
• Eight paid holidays, subject to eligibility (listed under full-time benefits).
• Employee Assistance Program (listed under full-time benefits).
• Employee discounts through the perks program (listed under full-time benefits).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED