Operational Canine Trainer: Detection & Deployment

Global K9 Group; Opelika (AL); Presencial; USD 42.000 - 58.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Global K9 Protection Group LLC is seeking a dedicated Canine Trainer to join the GK9PG Team in a full-time capacity. The trainer will conduct comprehensive canine training including deployment skills, detection, tracking, and obedience, and will contribute to curriculum development and safety protocols.

The role requires experience with operant and classical conditioning, and the ability to prepare canines for handler pairing and deployment under varying conditions.

Formación

• Minimum two years experience in training various canine breeds; explosives detection experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English well enough for instructions.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct imprint, sustainment, and advancement training for canine deployment requirements (training, detection, tracking, obedience).
• Develop K9 core competency and prepare for handler pairing certification and deployment.
• Apply operant and classical conditioning with explosives/vapor/narcotics detection, tracking, and scent work.
• Organize and conduct training exercises aligned with curriculum and standards.
• Develop training procedures and handler course curricula; ensure canine meets standards prior to deployment.

Conocimientos

Canine training

Obedience training

Operant conditioning

Safety awareness

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

Training equipment handling

Descripción del empleo

Global K9 Protection Group LLC is seeking a dedicated Canine Trainer to join the GK9PG Team in a full-time capacity. The trainer will conduct comprehensive canine training including deployment skills, detection, tracking, and obedience, and will contribute to curriculum development and safety protocols.

The role requires experience with operant and classical conditioning, and the ability to prepare canines for handler pairing and deployment under varying conditions.