K9 Operations Manager in Miami, Florida at Nation Security Services, LLC
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Job Description
Strong knowledge of TSA, DHS, or comparable physical security and commercial cargo screening frameworks.
Excellent interpersonal skills with a proven track record of maintaining sound judgment under high-stakes conditions.
Ability to work autonomously as a field manager while remaining fully aligned with team-based corporate initiatives.
Preferred Experience
Prior background as a Law Enforcement K9 Officer, Military Working Dog (MWD) Handler, or Private Sector Contract Detection Handler.
Security experience across large-scale public venues, cruise/maritime ports, commercial air cargo facilities, or executive protection details.
Familiarity with standardized third-party canine evaluation protocols (including 3PK9 standards).
Physical capacity to confidently manage, lead, and restrain a working canine weighing between 50–90 lbs.
Stamina to stand, walk, patrol, and remain active on foot for long stretches of time.
Ability to lift, bend, kneel, and carry heavy canine gear, crates, and related logistics supplies.
Comfort working outdoors through variable regional weather environments, including intense heat, humidity, precipitation, and cold.
Ability to function effectively in loud, high-traffic, or confined environments such as maritime vessels, sports stadiums, crowded terminals, and public events.
Availability to work a flexible, rotating schedule that includes days, nights, weekends, holiday shifts, and extended hours.
Openness to temporary assignments, which can range from short-term special event support to extended out-of-area contract deployments.
Willingness to accommodate overtime and unpredictable scheduling shifts depending on active operational needs.
Completion of a recognized third-party explosive detection canine certification (which may be provided or scheduled through Nation Security Services LLC if required by contract).