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Junior K9 Handler - Newark NJ

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Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 1/20/2026 CLOSED ON 2/18/2026

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Job Description

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Position Summary

The Junior Handler will be responsible for screening cargo in compliance with TSA rules and regulations. The Junior Handler will be required to complete a 4–8-weeks minimum team training course and certification prior to mobilization to the assigned location. 

Pay Transparancy/Compensation

Pay rate is compensated at $26 per hour

Virtual rate is compensated at twenty dollars per hour

Moyock rate is compensated at fifteen dollars per hour

Responsibilities

Participate in CCSP related training to search cargo and identify potential threats 

Conduct authorized representative duties related to X-Ray, physical search, and explosive trace detection as needed 

Perform Junior Handler duties while commanding a trained working dog 

Responsible for maintaining training records 

Responsible for maintaining training records, care, and maintenance of assigned certified canine. The assigned canine must be permitted to live inside the employee’s residence.  The employee’s residence must be adequate, indoor, and climate-controlled for the canine.  The canine living area at the employee’s residence is subject to reoccurring inspections. 

Must maintain all job-related certifications and required security clearances 

Must be willing to operate company vehicle (during on-site training) 

Other duties as assigned 

Auto req ID

463542BR

Minimum Education Required

Certifications/Security Clearances/Other (Enter Below)

Job_Category

Security

Qualifications

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

U.S. Citizenship is required

Must have held citizenship for a minimum of three years prior to date of application

Must be able to obtain a Known Traveler Number (KTN) within four to six weeks of employment 

Must be able to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge within four to six weeks of employment 

Must be able to obtain a Security Threat Assessment (STA) for Airport Badge within four to six weeks of employment 

Must have adequate transportation to transport assigned Canine and Crate (inside the vehicle) to/from assigned work location; transportation must have operational climate control 

Must be able to pass the applicable Contract Testing and Certifications for the program within four to eight weeks of employment; candidate must maintain the certification requirements 

Must have a valid US drivers license and satisfactory driver record.

Drivers license must be compliant with REAL ID standards or possess a valid U.S. passport in addition to a valid drivers license.

Effective oral and written communication skills.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion 

Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process 

Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment 

Must be able to lift and carry various items weighing up to 100 lbs. Requires standing for long periods of time in all weather conditions. Requires intermittent sitting, walking, running, climbing, squatting, stretching, bending, and kneeling. Requires constant use of hands and fingers to feel, handle or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms

Certificates/Security Clearances/Other City*

Newark

State*

New Jersey

Job Code

Security Staff

Affiliate Sponsor

Constellis

Salary : $26

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