K9 Training Lead - Mentor & Compliance Champion

Global K9 Protection Group; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 32,390 - 46,132; Full time

Job summary

Global K9 Protection Group is seeking a dedicated Handler Training Lead in Seattle to guide K9 instruction, behavior monitoring, and training program execution. The role focuses on mentoring handlers, coordinating field practice events, and ensuring compliance with TSA standards for the K9 teams.

The successful candidate will lead training initiatives, maintain training logs, and develop/update procedures to improve safety, efficiency, and performance of the K9 program.

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal and leadership abilities.
• Ability to mentor, train and monitor team performance.
• Strong communication, both written and verbal, across ops and K9 teams.
• Excellent time management and multitasking in field environments.
• Analytical thinker with attention to detail and policy alignment.
• Willingness to work outside normal hours and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• K9 instruction and training program delivery.
• Monitor and adjust K9 behavior as required.
• Coordinate field practice events and schedules.
• Maintain K9 training logs and progress records.
• Ensure TSA certification standards are met by handlers and canines.
• Develop and update training procedures and policies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Effective communication

Time management

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Problem solving

Mentoring

Team collaboration

Job description

Global K9 Protection Group is seeking a dedicated Handler Training Lead in Seattle to guide K9 instruction, behavior monitoring, and training program execution. The role focuses on mentoring handlers, coordinating field practice events, and ensuring compliance with TSA standards for the K9 teams.

The successful candidate will lead training initiatives, maintain training logs, and develop/update procedures to improve safety, efficiency, and performance of the K9 program.