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U.S. Army military Working Dog Handler

U.S. Army | Arlington, VA

Posted Date 7/30/2025
Description

Enlist as a soldier into the United States Army and become a Military Working Dog Handler. You will be responsible for the care and training of a service dog, both at home and abroad, supporting missions and daily law enforcement. Military Working Dogs search for narcotic drugs or explosives and act as a non-lethal option for neutralizing threats. Service dogs also serve as a psychological deterrent during law enforcement operations. This is NOT a civilian contractor position.  No experience necessary.  Position is entry level.

JOB DUTIES

  • Target odor detection (explosives/narcotics), force protection, controlled aggression and tracking. Detect and locate weapons, ammunition, explosives, and Improvised Explosive Devices (IED), screen equipment, baggage, and vehicles entering a controlled area. Search vehicles for explosive hazards (surface or buried).

PAID TRAINING

  • 10 weeks of Basic Training.
  • 17 weeks of Technical School with on-the-job instructions.

BENEFITS

  • 30 days paid vacation annually.
  • Full Healthcare coverage for you and your Family.
  • Educational benefits worth over $72,000.
  • Obtain Industry standard recognized certifications.

ORGANIZATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Between 17-34 years old.
  • No felonies. (Defer Adjudication included).
  • Current High School Senior, High school graduate or GED equivalent.
  • Permanent resident or US citizen.
  • Meet physical standards based on gender and age.

Pass the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB) test.

Salary25,730.00 - 31,600.00 Annual
Job Type
Part-time | Full-time

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