Cargo Screening K9 Handler EWR $31.00/hour

GLOBAL K9 PROTECTION GROUP LLC•Newark, NJ

10d•$31 - $31•Onsite

About The Position

Global K9 Protection Group LLC is seeking a dedicated 3PK9 Explosive Detection K9 Handler to support its security team at EWR in Newark, New Jersey. Handlers conduct screening operations for explosives and other hazardous materials with a trained Explosive Detection Canine. They are responsible for the assigned canine’s housing, care, maintenance, and welfare, as well as maintaining administrative records for work and training. The role is full-time and pays $31.00 per hour. Required training includes a TSA third-party Canine Handler Certification provided by GK9PG and the Global K9 Solutions Explosive Detection Canine Cargo Handler Course. The course lasts eight weeks for candidates without experience and four weeks for experienced canine detection dog handlers, and training takes place in Opelika, Alabama. There may be a pathway to direct hire depending on K9 review and certification from a recognized training course.

Requirements

Be a citizen or national of the United States.
Pass the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) Security Threat Assessment.
Have a high school diploma or General Equivalency Diploma.
Possess a valid driver's license (Real ID) and reliable transportation.
Pass a background check and drug screen.
Be able to obtain a Known Traveler Number (TSA Pre-Check) through TSA.
Read, write, and understand English well enough to carry out written and oral instructions.
Have excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrate the ability to work independently and in a team environment.
Exercise sound judgment in all areas of responsibility.
Maintain effective professional relationships with employees and outside individuals and agencies.
Understand and successfully handle various operational issues.
Complete a TSA third-party Canine Handler Certification prior to starting work; certification is provided by GK9PG.
Complete the Global K9 Solutions Explosive Detection Canine Cargo Handler Course; the course is eight weeks for non-experienced handlers and four weeks for experienced canine detection dog handlers.
Meet any applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required prior to employment.

Responsibilities

Conduct screening operations for explosives and other hazardous materials while working with a trained Explosive Detection Canine.
Maintain administrative records for work and training.
Provide for the housing, care, maintenance, and welfare of the assigned canine.