Regional K9 Operations Manager – Explosive Detection

Nation Security

Regional K9 Operations Manager – Explosive Detection

Miami, FL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Are you a proven K9 leadership professional ready to drive operational excellence across high-profile security environments? Nation Security Services LLC is recruiting a Regional K9 Operations Manager to direct, grow, and optimize our Explosive Detection Canine (EDC) programs. This fully active, on-the-ground management role places you at the intersection of team development, regulatory compliance, and high-level client relations across corporate venues, maritime ports, and aviation hubs. Responsibilities: Field Supervision & Compliance: Lead day-to-day operations for regional detection teams. Audit site operations, conduct scent/proficiency assessments, and ensure full compliance with federal, state, and TSA/3PK9 standards. Team Training & Mentorship: Direct local training operations, run realistic explosive odor detection drills, onboard new handlers, and implement targeted corrective action plans. Stakeholder & Client Relations: Serve as the primary operational link to venue security directors, airport/cargo authorities, and corporate partners to guarantee seamless service delivery. Deployments & Scheduling: Oversee site coverage, emergency response logistics, and special event deployments. Qualifications: Experience: 3–5+ years in a supervisory or managerial K9 role (Military Working Dog, Law Enforcement K9, or high-level commercial security). Technical Knowledge: Strong foundation in explosive detection methodologies, decoy work, scent dynamics, and TSA/DHS/TWIC security regulations. Languages: Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is required (reading, writing, speaking). Clearance & Logistics: Must pass background/drug screenings, hold a clean driving record, maintain a K9-capable vehicle, and provide home K9 housing meeting strict welfare standards. Physical Capability: Ability to handle working dogs weighing 50–90 lbs and perform active field work in varied outdoor environments and high-density venues. Schedule & Travel: Open availability for rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays. Frequent travel across Florida operational sites with occasional out-of-state assignments. Compensation: $65,000 - $70,000 yearly

    • Field Supervision & Compliance: Lead day-to-day operations for regional detection teams. Audit site operations, conduct scent/proficiency assessments, and ensure full compliance with federal, state, and TSA/3PK9 standards. • Team Training & Mentorship: Direct local training operations, run realistic explosive odor detection drills, onboard new handlers, and implement targeted corrective action plans. • Stakeholder & Client Relations: Serve as the primary operational link to venue security directors, airport/cargo authorities, and corporate partners to guarantee seamless service delivery. • Deployments & Scheduling: Oversee site coverage, emergency response logistics, and special event deployments.

  • Compensation
    $65,000-$70,000 per year