K-9 Trainer

About the Role
The company is seeking a K-9 Trainer to join the team in Saudi Arabia. This position supports the 9th Air Force, a pivotal part of the United States Air Force Central Command (AFCENT), overseeing operations in the Middle East. The K-9 Trainer will provide subject matter expertise to the 9th Air Force Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, assisting in maintaining base security and critical support services in one of the most dynamic and strategically important regions globally.

Responsibilities
The selected candidate will have the following responsibilities:

• Plan, schedule, conduct, and document all Military Working Dog (MWD) training, ensuring all MWD team proficiency training is current and maintained.
• Assist the kennel master with operations including supervising the care and feeding of dogs, ensuring kennel facility maintenance, and managing the transport of MWD.
• Coordinate training and duty schedules for all MWD, maintaining all administrative, accountability, and medical records.
• Obtain all training support requirements.
• Oversee the storage, inventory, and accountability of all training aids.
• Act as primary or alternate equipment custodian for all accountable assets.

Qualifications
Candidates must have:

• Five years of experience providing MWD team training.
• Graduation from the Department of Defense Kennel Masters course.
• Proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.
• A valid state driver’s license and the ability to obtain a Government issued Driver’s License.
• Desired training and experience in the U.S. Air Force Equipment Custodian process.
• Secret security clearance.

All employees must successfully pass all medical screening as required per CENTCOM deployment standards.
Under the 9AF ESFS contract, all applicants are subject to an in-depth background check to ensure regulation compliance. Eligible applicants will not have any of the following:

• Pending criminal or civil charges (including divorce/child custody proceedings)
• Felony arrest record
• Alcohol-related arrest in the last five years
• Any type of moral turpitude arrest record/history (including, but not limited to, prostitution, pandering, voyeurism, public indecency)
• Any type of involvement in hate crimes
• History of violence
• Involvement in any group or organization that espouses extralegal violence as a legitimate means to achieve an end

Benefit and Compensation Transparency
The company prides itself on compliance with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees can expect a robust benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• Short-term disability insurance (where applicable)
• Voluntary ancillary benefit options
• 401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions

Equal Opportunity Employment
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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