Biosecurity Canine Program Lead

US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service

Newnan (GA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 82,000

Full time

8 days ago
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Job summary

US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service seeks qualified personnel for roles involving biosecurity and animal health program support. The incumbent will apply training theory to canine behavior, maintain detailed records, and perform animal husbandry tasks to meet operational goals.

Responsibilities include tracking program progress, providing technical assistance in operations, and coordinating with stakeholders to inform PPQ program activities.

Qualifications

  • Degree in biological sciences, agriculture, or related disciplines.
  • Combination of education and experience with 24 semester/36 quarter hours in related fields.
  • Experience or education supporting veterinary or animal husbandry tasks.
  • Knowledge of pest identification and control measures relevant to canine or program operations.

Responsibilities

  • Apply training theory to establish or modify canine behaviors for operational environments.
  • Maintain detailed records of canine utilization and training activities.
  • Perform animal husbandry tasks including health, maintenance, training, hygiene, and enrichment.
  • Track program progress and provide technical assistance in operations.
  • Coordinate with stakeholders to inform PPQ program operations.

Skills

Canine behaviors
Training theory
Record keeping
Pest identification
Operational support

Education

Biological sciences / Agriculture degree
Combination of education and experience (24 sem/36 qtr hours)

Job description

US Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service seeks qualified personnel for roles involving biosecurity and animal health program support. The incumbent will apply training theory to canine behavior, maintain detailed records, and perform animal husbandry tasks to meet operational goals.

Responsibilities include tracking program progress, providing technical assistance in operations, and coordinating with stakeholders to inform PPQ program activities.

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