Explosive Detection K9 Trainer & Team Lead

American K9 Detective Services; Moyock (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Diverse benefits

Opportunities for nationwide travel

Job summary

American K9 Detective Services is seeking a Trainer to lead operational training for canine teams, ensuring compliance with TSA and contract rules across nationwide sites.

The role requires extensive explosive detection experience, the ability to supervise Handlers, and willingness to travel up to 25%. Candidates must maintain security clearances and training records while adapting to variable work conditions.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience training canines and teams in explosive detection.
• Three years of documented experience handling an explosive detection dog in an operational environment.
• Must obtain Known Traveler Number (KTN) within 4–6 weeks of employment.
• Valid Driver's License with clean record; driving must be maintained during tenure.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and oversight to assigned Handlers and canines related to operational searches and training.
• Perform canine training, audits and administrative deliverables for assigned Canine Teams.
• Schedule and conduct recurring train teams for recertifications, remedial, sustainment, and advancement training.
• Provide temporary certified Handler duties as required for the program.
• Participate in CCSP training to search cargo and identify explosive threats.
• Conduct and oversee authorized representative duties related to X-Ray, physical search, and explosive trace detection as needed.

Skills

Explosive detection training

Canine training leadership

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Job description

American K9 Detective Services is seeking a Trainer to lead operational training for canine teams, ensuring compliance with TSA and contract rules across nationwide sites.

The role requires extensive explosive detection experience, the ability to supervise Handlers, and willingness to travel up to 25%. Candidates must maintain security clearances and training records while adapting to variable work conditions.