Senior Explosives-Detection Canine Supervisor

Transportation Security Administration; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid federal holidays

Flexible work options

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Specialist-Canine to lead the canine program and supervise canine handlers. The role focuses on effectively managing deployments, training, and performance in line with DHS policies and security requirements.

Responsibilities include ensuring proficiency, conducting technical reviews, maintaining health and safety of canine assets, managing equipment and

Responsibilities

• Supervise TSA canine handlers and oversee the canine program at a specific airport.
• Apply experience with explosives detection canine operations and training principles.
• Ensure canine teams remain proficient in detection of trained odors and implement new training as threats evolve.
• Oversee health, safety and welfare of canine assets, including veterinary visits and health documentation.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) at Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport is seeking a Supervisory Transportation Security Specialist-Canine to lead the canine program and supervise canine handlers. The role focuses on effectively managing deployments, training, and performance in line with DHS policies and security requirements.

Responsibilities include ensuring proficiency, conducting technical reviews, maintaining health and safety of canine assets, managing equipment and