K9 Training Lead & Proficiency Mentor

Global K9; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 38,572; Full time

Job summary

Global K9 Protection Group LLC in Seattle seeks a Handler Training Lead to oversee field training and certification for handlers and canines. This full-time, hourly role focuses on developing training standards, scheduling sessions, mentoring staff, and maintaining detailed records to ensure top performance.

You will mentor teams, monitor K9 proficiency, and coordinate training activities while ensuring TSA policies and GK9 protocols are strictly followed.

Qualifications

• ATF Employee Possessor license (or ability to obtain)
• Strong leadership and mentoring abilities
• Excellent interpersonal communication and relationship-building
• Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities and build a positive team
• Experience communicating operational issues and improving customer experience
• Ability to lead with tact, respect, and professionalism
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and reporting skills
• Willingness to work outside normal hours including weekends

Responsibilities

• K9 Instruction and training leadership for handlers and canines
• Oversee K9 behavior adjustment and ongoing monitoring
• Coordinate field practice events and update policies and procedures
• Maintain training logs and records for all K9 teams
• Ensure TSA certification standards and compliance for GK9 handlers
• Develop and implement training standards and updates
• Mentor, train, and monitor handler and K9 proficiency
• Manage scheduling and logistics for training sessions
• Conduct internal audits and compliance checks
• Coordinate and manage local proficiency training

Skills

K9 instruction

Mentorship

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Job description

Global K9 Protection Group LLC in Seattle seeks a Handler Training Lead to oversee field training and certification for handlers and canines. This full-time, hourly role focuses on developing training standards, scheduling sessions, mentoring staff, and maintaining detailed records to ensure top performance.

You will mentor teams, monitor K9 proficiency, and coordinate training activities while ensuring TSA policies and GK9 protocols are strictly followed.