Dog Handler (31K)

U.S. Army; Clarion (Clarion County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Nationally Recognized Certifications

Paid Basic Training

Paid Advanced Individual Training

Job summary

A leading military organization is seeking a Military Working Dog Handler to work with K-9 units in training and caring for dogs. The role supports missions and law enforcement operations, engaging in activities such as searching for narcotics and explosives. Applicants should be U.S. citizens, aged between 17 to 34, and possess a high school diploma or equivalent. This opportunity offers certifications and paid training.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card.
• Age should be between 17 to 34 years old.
• Must be medically and physically capable.
• Education: a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Train and care for Military Working Dogs supporting missions.
• Use dogs to search for narcotics or explosives.
• Assist in law enforcement operations.

Skills

Animal Care

Detection & Identification

Law Enforcement & Security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

As a Military Working Dog Handler, you'll work with K-9 units and be responsible for training and caring for dogs, both at home and abroad, supporting missions and daily law enforcement. Military Working Dogs search for narcotic drugs or explosives and work with their human counterparts to neutralize threats in law enforcement operations.

Testing & Certifications

• 22 Nationally Recognized Certifications Available.
• 10 weeks of Basic Training (Paid).
• 17 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (Paid).
• Requires enlistment into the United States Army.

Basic Eligibility Requirements

• Citizenship: A U.S. citizen or permanent resident with a valid Green Card. (I-551).
• Age: Between 17 to 34 Years Old.
• Medical, Moral, Physical: Medically and physically capable, and in good moral standing.
• Education: A high school diploma or equivalent.

Skills You'll Learn

• Animal Care.
• Detection & Identification.
• Law Enforcement & Security.