Detection Canine Trainer - Field Ops & Certification

Constellis; Moyock (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible benefits

Job summary

Constellis is seeking an Assistant Canine Trainer to learn and apply operant and classical training techniques for explosives and narcotics detection, obedience, and controlled aggression. You will prepare canines for operational missions and acclimate them to new environments.

You will travel up to 35% to contract locations nationwide and work in varying environments, including training and fieldwork, with extended hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Three years of professional animal care experience is required.
• Canine certifications preferred, but not required.
• Demonstrated experience in solving training problems with detection dogs.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion.
• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process.
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.
• Must be able to lift and carry up to 100 lbs. in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Provide canine welfare and kennel support for all canines as required.
• Learn and follow established training protocols in accordance with statements of work and standard operating procedures.
• Train and manage multiple canines through the training process, from initial training through certification.
• Arrange operational exercises to replicate real life scenarios.
• Document canine training in accordance with company standards and directives.
• Utilize and maintain canine training equipment and safety equipment.
• Secure and account for canine training aids, equipment, vehicles, trailers, and assets.
• Maintain cleanliness of training areas, vehicles, trailers, resources, and facilities.
• Follow SOPs when conducting and performing operational searches.
• Assist in instruction of new handlers and trainers.
• May perform handler duties and maintain canine team certification for deployments.
• Travel up to 35% to contract locations nationwide.
• Work in varied environments; extended hours and weekends may be required.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Animal care experience

Canine handling

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Job description

Constellis is seeking an Assistant Canine Trainer to learn and apply operant and classical training techniques for explosives and narcotics detection, obedience, and controlled aggression. You will prepare canines for operational missions and acclimate them to new environments.

You will travel up to 35% to contract locations nationwide and work in varying environments, including training and fieldwork, with extended hours as needed.