K9 Instructor

About the role

Position Summary The Instructor will be responsible for providing the best training and certifications following AMK9’s standard operating procedures.

Responsibilities

• Prepare student tests and evaluations to measure student progress
• Utilize operant and classical training techniques to ensure the canine can detect materials as required
• Develop and follow established training protocols in accordance with statements of work
• Track assigned students and take responsibility for successful course implementation
• Arrange operational exercises in order to replicate real life scenarios
• Follow standard operating procedures when conducting and performing operational searches
• Maintain the cleanliness of training areas, company vehicles, canine trailers, resources and facilities
• Properly secure, handle, transport, and account for canine training aids in accordance with local laws, federal laws and Company standard operating procedures
• Evaluate and document canine behavior to determine training needs
• May include Handler duties, which will include maintaining a canine team certification and prepared for deployments to contract locations if required
• Provide canine welfare and kennel support for all canines as required
• Travel of up to 35%, to contract locations worldwide
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Must be willing to operate company vehicle
• Work conditions can vary from a busy training environment to fieldwork, both subject to frequent interruptions.
• Frequent work outside and in inclement weather conditions is required, including heat, cold, and humidity.
• May be exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals and vibration.
• Normal work hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, however some extended or weekend hours may be required, and the work schedule will vary.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Two years of experience as a canine handler (detection) with a certificate of completion from a credible, recognized canine detection course
• One year of experience instructing canine teams (in addition to being a handler), in various types of canine detection
• Prefer canine detection instructor training certification or course with a federal agency, law enforcement agency, military organization and/or an organization with major canine programs
• Demonstrated experience in solving training problems with detection dogs
• Must have a valid Driver's License and a clear driving record for the last three years
• Must possess a U.S. Passport
• Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion
• Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Must be able to lift and carry various items weighing up to 100 lbs.
• Requires standing for long periods of time in all weather conditions.
• Requires intermittent sitting, walking, running, climbing, squatting, stretching, bending, and kneeling.
• Requires constant use of hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms.

Schedule

Normal work hours are Monday-Friday 7:00 am to 4:00 pm, however some extended or weekend hours may be required, and the work schedule will vary.

Benefits

Constellis offers a comprehensive, total rewards package that includes competitive compensation and a flexible benefits package that reflects its commitment to creating a diverse and supportive workplace.