K9 Manager ORD at GLOBAL K9 PROTECTION GROUP LLC

Chicago, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jul, 26

Salary

64000.0

Posted On

25 Apr, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

K9 Training, Leadership, Mentoring, Compliance Monitoring, Auditing, Record Keeping, Interpersonal Skills, Problem Solving, Time Management, Analytical Skills, Communication, Operational Oversight, Risk Assessment, Team Management

Industry

Security and Investigations

Description

Job DetailsJob Location: Chicago, IL 60666Salary Range: $60,060.00 - $64,000.00 SalaryDescriptions/ Job Summary: K9 Manager Salary: $60,060-$64,000 Job Type: Full-Time, Salary Exempt Global K9 Protection Group LLC is looking for a dedicated and passionate K9 Manager to serve as an integral part of the GK9PG Team. Responsibilities: preparation for re-certifications quarterly covert internal audits explosive inventories monthly Video audits/review of K9 Teams monthly records for preventative maintenance immunizations are current and within compliance conducted, and review monthly CETA and training schedules K9 Subject Matter Expert K9 Proficiency K9 Training Mentor, Train, Monitor Handler & K9 Proficiency K9 Medical and Behavioral Assessment The K9 Manager position was developed to establish local K9 training and guidance and to advise the K9 Director on current statuses of local K9 teams. The K9 Manager is a point of contact in the field to provide current and updated information as it relates to K9 training and to make sure that the Site K9 Trainers maintain a level of proficiency in training of the K9 teams in their area. The K9 Manager is approved at the regional level and is given the authority to mentor and train and evaluate certified TSA CSSP-K9 teams in operational setting. The K9 Manager will work in conjunction with the Regional K9 Director and Area Manager to make sure that the K9 teams maintain a high level of proficiency and advise the Regional K9 Director on all K9 matters. K9 Managers are to provide guidance and assistance to the Regional K9 Director and Area Manager about local K9 teams proficiency and their effectiveness. The K9 Manager will communicate to the Regional K9 Director and Area Manager any deficiencies that are found at the local site. The K9 Manager will ensure that the Site K9 Trainer completes the following: preparation for re-certifications • quarterly covert internal audits • explosive inventories • monthly Video audits/review of K9 Teams • monthly records for preventative maintenance • immunizations are current and within compliance • conducted and review monthly CETA and training schedules. K9 Managers will provide training guidance and recommendations to the Site K9 Trainers to correct identified K9 performance deficiencies. The K9 Manager will provide guidance and interpretation within the realms of K9 capabilities of items allowed to be screened or not screened according to the CCSP K9 SP. The K9 Manager will ensure compliance of all GK9PG policies and procedures including TSA policies and directives as outlined in TSA guidance as it relates to CCSP-K9. Qualifications Mentors, inspires and champions employees for continued growth and development. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships. Ability to balance team and individual responsibilities; contributes to building a positive team spirit. Effectively communicate customer related issues with operations team and devise ways of improving the customer experience, including resolving problems and complaints. Able to lead others with tact, respect, and professionalism. Reach across organizational lines to integrate and streamline essential functions. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to create, to maintain, and prepare records and reports. Able to perform tasks with minimal or no oversight. Strong organizational, time management, and analytical skills. Must be able to prioritize multi-tasking enable to effectively complete work in timely manner. Able to identify problems, suggest and implement solutions, and react to change with a high degree of attention to detail and foresight. Able to work outside normal business hours including weekends as needed. Ability to get and maintain a Employee Possessor license through ATF

Responsibilities

The K9 Manager is responsible for overseeing local K9 training, mentoring handlers, and ensuring all teams maintain proficiency and compliance with TSA and company standards. They act as a field point of contact to conduct audits, manage explosive inventories, and provide guidance to the Regional K9 Director.