Canine Training Specialist: Detection, Obedience & Deployment

Global K9 Protection Group; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Global K9 Protection Group in Opelika, AL is seeking a dedicated Canine Trainer to lead imprint, sustainment, and advanced training for deployment needs including detection, tracking, and obedience. You will develop K9s for handler pairing certification and real-world deployment, applying operant & classical conditioning to ensure peak performance.

The role requires training canines to meet stringent standards, with emphasis on safety, record-keeping, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Citizen or national of the United States.
• Able to pass background check and drug screen.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Two years minimum experience in training canines; explosives detection experience preferred.
• Trainer/Instructor Certification from a reputable canine training agency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct canine imprint, sustainment, and advancement training for deployment requirements.
• Develop K9 core competency and prepare canines for handler pairing certification and deployment.
• Demonstrate understanding of operant & classical conditioning; apply explosives detection, vapor wake narcotics detection, tracking, and obedience training.
• Maintain training records, curriculum development, and site visits; ensure safety and standards in training environments.

Skills

Mentorship

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trainer/Instructor Certification

Tools

TSA Security Threat Assessment

ATF Employee Possessor clearance

TSA Pre-Check

Job description

Global K9 Protection Group in Opelika, AL is seeking a dedicated Canine Trainer to lead imprint, sustainment, and advanced training for deployment needs including detection, tracking, and obedience. You will develop K9s for handler pairing certification and real-world deployment, applying operant & classical conditioning to ensure peak performance.

The role requires training canines to meet stringent standards, with emphasis on safety, record-keeping, and ongoing professional development.