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Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
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Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Manassas, VA · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Manassas, VA · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Manassas, VA · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Manassas, VA · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler - Armed
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler - Armed
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler - Armed
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler - Armed
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
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Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Detroit, MI · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Detroit, MI · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Washington, DC · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Washington, DC · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler - Armed
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Quick apply
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler - Armed
Cape Girardeau, MO · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Canine Handler - Explosive Detection
Memphis, TN · On-site
$28.50/hr
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Canine Handler - Explosive Detection
Memphis, TN · On-site
$28.50/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Seattle, WA · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Seattle, WA · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Washington, DC · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Washington, DC · On-site
$30.10/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Houston, TX · On-site
$29.83/hr
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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Houston, TX · On-site
$29.83/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Chicago, IL · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Chicago, IL · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Memphis, TN · On-site
$28.50/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Memphis, TN · On-site
$28.50/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Oakland, CA · On-site
$39.87/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Oakland, CA · On-site
$39.87/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Rockville, MD · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler
Rockville, MD · On-site
$30.10/hr
Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the ...
Director Explosive Detection Canine information
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What is the difference between Director Explosive Detection Canine vs Explosive Detection Canine Handler?
| Aspect | Director Explosive Detection Canine | Explosive Detection Canine Handler |
|---|---|---|
| Certifications | Leadership, security, and canine training certifications | Canine handler certification, explosive detection training |
| Work Environment | Oversees teams in security settings, manages operations | Operates directly with detection dogs in security or law enforcement settings |
| Employer & Industry | Security agencies, government, military | Law enforcement, private security, customs |
The main difference is that the Director Explosive Detection Canine manages and oversees explosive detection programs, while the Explosive Detection Canine Handler works directly with the detection dogs in the field. The director focuses on leadership, planning, and coordination, whereas the handler is hands-on with the dogs' training and deployment.
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Full-time
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Posted 24 days ago
Allied Universal rating
5.6
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Job description
Company Overview:
Advance your career in security with Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, the global leader in security and threat mitigation. Following the acquisition of MSA Security® in 2021, we became the world's largest non-governmental canine detection company. Specializing in canine explosives and firearm detection, we offer exciting career opportunities for those passionate about canine security. Join our innovative team committed to excellence in the security industry and make a meaningful impact. Explore key roles such as canine officers, handlers, trainers, veterinary technicians, and kennel managers.
Job Description
Position requires a minimum of two years of canine years and trainer experience.
Our canine group, under Allied Universal® Enhanced Protection Services, is hiring a Canine Training Specialist a Explosive Detection Canine (EDC) Trainer. The Enhanced Protection Services Security Explosives Detection Canine (EDC) Trainer will be responsible for the training of existing and newly hired Explosive Detection Canine Handlers (EDCH) in the assigned region.
If assigned, an Explosive Detection Canine will reside with you in your home when not working with you on assignment.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan, organize and conduct explosives detection training of active and new EDC canines/handlers
- Develop and implement training programs related to explosive detection and proper search patterns
- Instruct canines/handlers how to detect explosives odor in an operational environment
- Teach canines/handlers proper search patterns to locate explosives in a multitude of search areas
- Conduct repetitive EDC operational training exercises
- Supervise MSA employees to ensure observance to MSA policies, and the adherence to client requirements
- Interact with EDC teams and clients locally, and regionally, in support of MSA contracts
- Ensures compliance with air cargo regulations and training requirements; design and implement internal audit methodologies; update training program to resolve deficiencies
- Maintains proper control of training records and materials
- Completes training reports of EDC teams
- Report training results and deficiencies to management; provide expert-level recommendations for go forward employment of trainers
- Maintains inventory of training aides stored at training facility
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
- Ability to obtain licensing form Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF)
- Minimum of two (2) years of experience as a detection canine handler and/or trainer
- Minimum two (2) years of supervisory experience
- Experience in management of human resource issues at the supervisor level
- Work experience demonstrating the ability to train in passive response (final response is a sit)
- Must possess one or more of the following:
- Service in any military branch (including Guard and Reserve)
- Law enforcement role, with a completed accredited Law Enforcement Academy (Municipal/State/Federal)
- Municipal or federal correctional officer, including attending a full-time accredited LE/Corrections Academy (must have enforcement responsibilities)
- Computer skills and knowledge to use Microsoft Word and Excel programs
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Knowledge of the herding breed and sporting breed
- Knowledge of Operant Conditioning and Classical Conditioning
- Knowledge of, and ability to handle, high and low explosives
- Possess basic knowledge of canine health and well being
- Possess adequate living environment to allow for the proper exercise and training of the canine
- Have access to reliable transportation sufficient to allow the safe transportation of the canine to and from work
- Willingness and ability to be available for incident/emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations, which includes various days and hours (10 to 15% travel is expected)
- Must possess a working smartphone capable of receiving/accepting voice mails, and a computer to enable you to set-up and access MSA Security company email
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
- Prior civilian or military K9 handler experience
- Completion of a full military handler course
- Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
- A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
BENEFITS:
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance
- 401(k) plan, subject to eligibility requirements
- Paid time off offered at an accrual rate of 4.923 hours bi-weekly
- Eight paid holidays
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more...
Pay $80K to $82K per year
Closing
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Requisition ID
2026-1599311
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Allied Universal® is a leading security and facility services company. We provide proactive security services and cutting-edge smart technology to deliver evolving, tailored solutions that allow our clients to focus on their core business. Our excellence starts with our local leadership and local presence. Operating in more than 90 countries, our global workforce of approximately 800,000 people. Employees help to deliver our promise globally and locally: keeping people safe so our customers and communities can thrive. As we build the world's best services company, we continue to expand our footprint and infrastructure on a global and local level. In North America, we operate our business under the existing Allied Universal brand, and our international business operates under the G4S brand.
Industry
Investigation and physical security services, chemical manufacturing and real estate
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Santa Ana, CA, US