Job Description

K9 Unit Assistant Manager
Are you passionate about Safety & Security and seeking an opportunity to join the largest private K9 Detection Unit in Canada?
A.S.P. Incorporated has provided security and customer service solutions for over 25 years to Canadian clients. We employ in excess of 2000 employees and are a subsidiary of ICTS EUROPE, operating in 22 countries and employing more than 17000 professionals. A.S.P provide services to some of the largest airports in Canada and has a significant presence in the Commercial and Residential spaces in Ontario and Alberta. A.S.P.'s K9 Unit is the largest private K9 detection service in Canada. Our K9 Unit specializes in detection of explosives, narcotics, and bed bugs.
An important support function to the Canine Team, the Assistant Manager - K9 Division is responsible for supporting the Director K9 Division day-to-day operational responsibilities.
The Assistant Manager will report directly to Director - K9 Division. In this role, the Assistant Manager will be responsible for supporting all day-to-day operations of the K9 Contracts and ensuring regular communication with all members of the K9 Team. This role requires the Assistant Manager to have a canine and perform operational duties as needed as a handler.
What you will do:

• Act as the Assistant Manager and provide operational coaching/support for K9 Supervisors and K9 handlers across all provinces - Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and British Columbia.
• Plan, coordinate, and monitor all day-to-day activities in collaboration with the Director ok K9 Services.
• Responsible for K9 Supervisor and Handler compliance of Federal and provincial certifications, legislations, licenses, and regulations.
• Oversee the schedule coordination and collaborate with the Resource Planners.
• Management of overtime, vacation requests, medical absences, leave of absences, and workplace injury reports for the entire K9 unit.
• Manage company assets such as Health and Safety, Vehicle Fleet Oversight, Uniform and Equipment Inventory Management.
• Support all internal stakeholders including but not limited to Human Resources, Training, Finance, Resource Planning and Front-Line K9 handlers.
• Responsible for the 24-hour housing, care, well-being of assigned dog(s).
• Maintain performance standards and certifications required for field operations for self and assigned regional group.
• Be flexible & willing to work in unpredictable, and often last-minute canine service requests.
• Maintain weekly and monthly training on explosives detection and maintenance records complying with Contractual / Government Regulations.
• Ensure K9 Supervisors monitor and audit K9 handler shift, screening, training, and vehicle logs.
• Ensure K9 SOP's, Post Orders and Handler guides are maintained, updated, reviewed, and understood by all staff on site.
• Act as a point of contact for client concerns and operational needs.
• Any additional duties or responsibilities assigned by the Director

Who you are:

• Minimum High School diploma or Grade 12 education, post secondary is an asset
• K9 Supervisor experience of at least 1 year, OR
• Previous supervisory/management experience of at least 2 years
• Operational K9 handling experience of at least 2 years
• Must reside or be willing to relocate to the GTA
• Proficient computer skills, demonstrated in MS office suite of programs
• Demonstrated experience in coaching and motivating staff
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Demonstrated fiscal responsibility
• Experienced in business or client relations
• Ability to prioritize time and focus on key critical business activities
• Able to work 24/7 on a basis.
• Must Possess a valid Security license, Provincial Drivers License (G or Higher) with a clear driving abstract, Basic First Aid and CPR certification and valid passport.
• Able to possess and maintain a Ministry of Natural Resources license to store and transport explosives, Transportation Security Clearance and RAIC.
• Must be willing to provide a Criminal Record check upon request.
• Maintain Transport Canada Certification with canine

Why you should work with A.S.P:

• We care about our team and their personal and professional success.
• We offer competitive salaries.
• You can have flexible schedules.

A.S.P. Incorporated is committed to supporting a diverse workforce from various communities within which we operate. We encourage all qualified professionals without regard to race, gender identity, colour, sex, marital / family status, citizenship, religion, sexual orientation, aboriginal status, age, etc. to apply.
We hire for PERSONALITY. We train for the job.

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