Canine Handler & Program Coordinator - Law Enforcement

Veterans Health Administration; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a Law Enforcement Specialist (Canine Handler/Coordinator) to manage the Canine Program at multiple stations and support field operations. The role involves directing canine searches, training, and administrative duties related to care and certification, plus enforcing laws on VA property.

The position requires coordination across a geographically dispersed area, with duties including patrols, response to security threats, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Transcript must be submitted with your application if qualification is based on education.
• No educational substitution at this grade level. Foreign education requires equivalency certificate.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Canine Program at the facility level for a dispersed area.
• Direct dog searches of buildings, vehicles, packages, and individuals on VA property.
• Train the canine and manage budget/contract responsibilities related to care and certification.
• Enforce laws on government property and conduct patrols with the canine to deter crime.
• Serve on a Crisis Intervention Team and assist Veterans in mental health crises.

Job description

Veterans Health Administration in Milwaukee, WI, seeks a Law Enforcement Specialist (Canine Handler/Coordinator) to manage the Canine Program at multiple stations and support field operations. The role involves directing canine searches, training, and administrative duties related to care and certification, plus enforcing laws on VA property.

The position requires coordination across a geographically dispersed area, with duties including patrols, response to security threats, and collaboration