Position Description:

Vape Detection K9

Handler Department:

K9 Teams Reports to:

Director, Canine Operations FLSA Status:

Non-Exempt Telecommute:

Non-Eligible SUMMARY Under the supervision of Zebra K9's Director, Canine Operations, this position is responsible for working with a vape detection canine to conduct vape searches at client's location(s) approximately 24 hours per week.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Shall complete an annual K9 handler certification with a national canine association. Working in conjunction with client's security personnel, responsible for conducting vape searches with their assigned canine at designated location(s). Shall maintain the proficiency of their assigned canine by undergoing weekly training sessions conducted by Zebra K9's Director, Canine Operations. Shall document all maintenance training exercises in which the K9 team participates. Shall complete and submit a daily activity log to the Director, Canine Operations and President at the end of each shift. Canine teams shall maintain a level of physical fitness that will enable them to safely and effectively perform the duties of their position. Responsible for housing, bathing, feeding, exercising, and grooming assigned narcotics detection canine. This position receives a biweekly stipend to care for the canine.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or equivalent required. Two years' experience in canine handling preferred. Law enforcement or military experience preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Must possess sound judgment, exercise professional conduct, understand and follow business ethics and standards, and maintain a high level of confidentiality in all duties in keeping with the highest standards of Zebra K9. Must possess rapport with animals and ability to maintain humane treatment and care of dogs. Valid driver's license and good driving record required. Must have reliable transportation. Must be able to work independently with little supervision and accept direction on given assignments.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, crouch, kneel, and reach with hands and arms. The employee occasionally is required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 90 pounds. Zebra K9 reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete, and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position title as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business. Zebra K9 is an at-will employer. This means that the employment relationship may be ended at any time without notice by the employer or employee for any reason. Neither this document, nor any manual issued by Zebra K9, is a contract of employment.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

From $23.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person