Training Specialist Sr. - (Dog Handler) - JBLM

About the role

Develops and delivers employee training programs, identifying skill or knowledge gaps and creating training content to address these needs. Selects training tools and delivery mechanisms, creates and maintains course content, and assesses the impact of training programs.

Performs work under general supervision, handling moderately complex issues and referring more complex problems to higher-level staff. Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter and works under consultative direction towards short and long range MWD Handler/Trainer goals and objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employee training and development programs
• Assists in the selection of training tools or training delivery mechanisms
• Coordinates the flow of work through the department, assigning tasks
• Designs assessments to measure training program performance and collects data
• Leads and directs the work of other employees, with authority for personnel decisions
• Provides instruction to students in the Military Working Dog (MWD) Handler training course
• Conducts training, presentations, and briefings with military customers and vendors
• Conducts technical analysis of customer’s MWD Handler/Trainer program
• Develops advanced training ideas and guides their development into a final product
• Serves as customer spokesperson on advanced MWD projects and programs

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of dog handling/training experience
• U.S. citizen
• Graduate of a military canine training course or civilian equivalent course (a plus)
• Secret Clearance Required

Benefits

The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

Pay

Pay Range: $100,500 - $100,800 per year