Explosives Detection Canine (EDC) Handler (Armed)

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with no travel or telework required. A vehicle is provided including all gas and maintenance.

About the role

The Explosives Detection Canine (EDC) Handler (Armed) plays a crucial role in ensuring the security and safety of client shopping mall locations by conducting thorough searches for explosives alongside an explosives detection canine.

Responsibilities

• The EDC Handler will be paired with an explosives detection canine and will search for explosives at client shopping mall location(s).
• The EDC Handler shall operate canine in accordance with the program and perform alarm resolution services as needed.
• The EDC Handler shall liaise with clients, security personnel, law enforcement representatives, and other client partners to properly execute client security plans and procedures.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain professional, effective verbal and written communication with client and company management.
• The EDC Handler shall adhere to a customer service focused mission.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain a professional image and demeanor and possess high quality customer service skills.
• The EDC Handler shall be flexible to handle last-minute shift changes and/or post changes to meet client requirements.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain canine proficiency in accordance with contract policies and procedures and maintain required annual certifications.
• The EDC Handler shall maintain day-to-day health and welfare of assigned canine and perform basic canine emergency first-aid, if necessary.
• The EDC Handler shall properly maintain all issued equipment and uniforms.
• The EDC Handler shall participate in scheduled canine training events.
• The EDC Handler shall obtain and maintain any state security officer licensing requirements.

Requirements

• Must be a US citizen.
• Must pass criminal background checks including drug testing.
• Must possess state Security Guard and Firearms licensure.
• Must have the ability to house and care for the canine in your personal residence.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English proficiently.

Qualifications

• Legally own and possess a Washington registered approved Glock 9mm or Smith & Wesson M&P 2.0 semiautomatic pistol.
• Prior law enforcement or military canine handling experience.
• Prior body-borne or person-borne canine handling experience