Junior K9 Handler

constelliscareers; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

constelliscareers is seeking a JuniorHandler to screen cargo under TSA guidelines and complete a 4–8 week training course before mobilization to a location. The role involves canine handling, X-Ray and search duties, and maintaining training records.

Applicants must obtain required security clearances and permits, maintain vehicle transport for the canine, and be prepared for variable hours, travel, and outdoor conditions.

Qualifications

• Effective oral and written communication skills are required.
• Strong organizational skills and time management needed.
• Ability to solve problems and adapt to changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Participate in training to screen cargo and identify threats.
• Conduct duties related to X-Ray, searches, and trace detection as needed.
• Operate a trained working dog during duties.
• Maintain training records and canine care requirements.
• Comply with security clearances and certifications.
• Possess transportation for canine and crate with climate control.

Skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Physical stamina

Education

4–8 weeks training course

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The JuniorHandler will beresponsible forscreening cargo in compliance with TSA rules and regulations. The JuniorHandler will berequiredto complete a 4–8-weeksminimumteam training course and certification prior to mobilization to the assigned location.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participate in CCSP related training to search cargo and identifypotentialthreats
• Conduct authorized representative duties related to X-Ray, physical search, and explosive trace detection as needed
• Perform JuniorHandler duties while commanding a trained working dog
• Responsible for maintainingtraining records
• Responsible for maintainingtraining records, care, and maintenance of assigned certified canine. The assigned canine must be permittedto live inside the employee’s residence. The employee’s residence must be adequate, indoor, and climate-controlled for the canine. The canine living area at the employee’s residence is subject to reoccurring inspections.
• Must maintainall job-related certifications and requiredsecurity clearances
• Must be willing to operatecompany vehicle (during on-site training)
• Work conditions can vary from a busy training environment to fieldwork, both subject to frequent interruptions. Frequent work outside and ininclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold, and humidity. May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration. Work hours will be dictated by the customers agreed upon schedule. Nights, weekends, and holiday hours will be required, and the work schedule will vary. Travel may also be required.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Must have held citizenship for a minimum of three years prior to date of application
• Must be able to obtain a Known Traveler Number (KTN) within four to six weeks of employment
• Must be able to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge within four to six weeks of employment
• Must be able to obtain a Security Threat Assessment (STA) for Airport Badge within four to six weeks of employment
• Must have adequate transportation to transport assigned Canine and Crate (inside the vehicle) to/from assigned work location; transportation must have operational climate control
• Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate must maintainthe certification requirements
• Must have a valid US drivers license and satisfactory driver record.
• Drivers license must be compliant with REAL ID standards or possess a valid U.S. passport in addition to a valid drivers license.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• 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 various itemsweighing up to 100 lbs. Requires standing for long periodsof time in all weather conditions. Requires intermittent sitting, walking, running, climbing, squatting, stretching, bending, and kneeling. Requires constant use of hands and fingers to feel, handle or operateobjects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms

Equal Opportunity Employer

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