Army
COMBAT
MOS
K9
Combat Engineer Mine Detection Dog Handler
Leads and handles mine detection dogs to locate explosives and mines, enhancing route and area clearance. Skilled in K9 training, explosive hazard recognition, search techniques, and operating in high-risk, combat and security environments.
Description
Identifies positions requiring soldiers qualified in the employment, training and handling of mine Detection Dogs capable of detecting explosives and mines of several types.
Core Skills
- Explosives and mine detection operations
- Canine handling and training
- Route clearance and area search techniques
- Risk assessment and safety procedures
- Radio and tactical communications
- Report writing and incident documentation
- Team coordination with engineers and EOD
- Observation and situational awareness
- Stress management in high-risk environments
- Instruction and on-the-job training of handlers
Civilian Career Paths
- CYBER_SECURITY
Common Certs
- ASIS Physical Security Professional (PSP)
- ASIS Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- State POST Law Enforcement Certification
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- K9 Handler Certification (civilian/law enforcement)
- Firearms Instructor Certification
- EMT-Basic