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Canine Handler - Explosive Detection
Canine Handler - Explosive Detection-March 2024
Memphis
Mar 28, 2026
About Canine Handler - Explosive Detection

  MSA Security®, An Allied Universal® Company, is a leading global provider of high consequence threat solutions. We offer customized and innovative security solutions developed and executed by a team of experienced professionals. We deploy more than 800 Canine Detection Teams nationwide to mitigate the explosive and active shooter threats. Our patented SmartTech® solution provides instant, remote X-ray screener support from FBI-trained bomb technicians. At MSA Security, we take pride in hiring professionals with diverse backgrounds in law enforcement and military service. Start your phenomenal career with us today!

  Required for this position minimum of two years one of these qualifications’ military, law enforcement or corrections.

  Pay $27.50 per hour

  MSA Security, an Allied Universal® Company, is hiring a Explosive Detection Canine Handler. The Explosive Detection Canine Handler partners with a trained Explosive Detection Canine (EDC) to conduct searches in/at assigned client sites, including corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, open areas and/or other situations as needed.

  RESPONSIBILITIES:

  Partner with a trained Explosive Detection Canine to conduct searches in/at assigned client sites, including corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, open areas and/or other situations as needed

  Assist and liaise effectively with the client’s security manager, law enforcement agencies, security personnel, and local partners or their representatives in the execution of the security protocols as agreed to and described in the specific post orders for each post

  Properly train the Explosive Detection Canine, in accordance with Company policy, each day and ensuring their safety and well-being

  Adhere to all regulatory or other protocols, including the use of any required technology

  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

  Must possess a minimum of two (2) years in 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)

  Other:

  Possess adequate living environment to allow for the proper exercise and training of the canine

  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

  OTHER RELATED ATTRIBUTES THAT WOULD ENHANCE HIRING CONSIDERATION:

  These are other criteria that may enhance the hiring decision but would not rule out the candidate for consideration if not present.

  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

  PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT:

  Interior and exterior work environment with exposure to extreme heat or cold expected

  Major activities include walking, running, standing, stooping, kneeling

  Physical effort: raising arms to direct the canine, climbing stairs; ability to maneuver up to 100 lbs. (to maintain control of the canine)

  Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law

  Must be able to submit to background check to the extent permissible by law

  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

  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 1 hour per 25 hours worked on a weekly basis

  Eight paid holidays (subject to eligibility)

  Employee Assistance Program

  Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more!

  Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

  If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

  Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

  If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

  Job ID: 2024-1154512

  Location: United States-Tennessee-Memphis

  Job Category: Canine Handler, MSA

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