Employer: American Systems Corp.
Position Requirements:
• US Citizen
• Must be able to possess/maintain MRPT Clearance
• Fluent or Native Spanish communication ability (FSI 3/3 proficiency or equivalent rating)
• At least five (5) years as a K-9 handler in the United States, with a demonstrated track record of accomplishment.
• At least three (3) years as a K-9 trainer at a certified K-9 academy or facility in the United States that is certified by a POST commission or equivalent
• Demonstrated track record of accomplishment as a K-9 trainer.
• At least two (2) years as a K-9 manager or supervisor of a law enforcement K-9 unit in the United States with a demonstrated track record of accomplishment.
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Location: Mexico City, Federal District, Mexico
Job Description
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a K-9 Expert Advisor in support of a Criminal Justice Program Support task order being executed in Mexico. The advisor will be responsible for the tasks listed below:
Job Description
AMERICAN SYSTEMS is seeking a K-9 Expert Advisor in support of a Criminal Justice Program Support task order being executed in Mexico. The advisor will be responsible for the tasks listed below:
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Support, assist, and advise NAS and the GOM in current efforts to develop and implement a K-9 Program. This includes developing and implementing policies and practices for K-9 facilities and training program that meet or exceed U.S. K-9 Standards.
• Conduct audits of K-9 facilities as part of the international accreditation process.
• Advise NAS and GOM authorities on proper and effective K-9 training procedures and new developments in the field.
• Establish and maintain professional contacts at appropriate levels within the GOM and with NGO partners.
• Evaluate and assess the GOM K-9 training program to determine and report whether the instruction provided meets or exceeds the training practices of DEA/FBI/US Treasury agencies with established canine units.
• Locate and procure suitable dog candidates for the K-9 program in Mexico, and assist in the logistics of their purchase, transport and importation into Mexico.
• Support, assist, and advise NAS and the GOM in current efforts to develop and implement a K-9 Program. This includes developing and implementing policies and practices for K-9 facilities and training program that meet or exceed U.S. K-9 Standards.
• Conduct audits of K-9 facilities as part of the international accreditation process.
• Advise NAS and GOM authorities on proper and effective K-9 training procedures and new developments in the field.
• Establish and maintain professional contacts at appropriate levels within the GOM and with NGO partners.
• Evaluate and assess the GOM K-9 training program to determine and report whether the instruction provided meets or exceeds the training practices of DEA/FBI/US Treasury agencies with established canine units.
• Locate and procure suitable dog candidates for the K-9 program in Mexico, and assist in the logistics of their purchase, transport and importation into Mexico.
Position Requirements:
• US Citizen
• Must be able to possess/maintain MRPT Clearance
• Fluent or Native Spanish communication ability (FSI 3/3 proficiency or equivalent rating)
• At least five (5) years as a K-9 handler in the United States, with a demonstrated track record of accomplishment.
• At least three (3) years as a K-9 trainer at a certified K-9 academy or facility in the United States that is certified by a POST commission or equivalent
• Demonstrated track record of accomplishment as a K-9 trainer.
• At least two (2) years as a K-9 manager or supervisor of a law enforcement K-9 unit in the United States with a demonstrated track record of accomplishment.
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The Merida Initiative is a partnership between the governments of the United States and Mexico to confront the violent national and transnational gangs and organized criminal and narcotics trafficking organizations that affect the entire region. Merida Initiative programs are instrumental in increasing Mexican Government capacity and institutionalizing the partnership of participating countries. The primary objectives of the Merida Initiative include disrupting the capacity of organized criminal groups to operate, institutionalizing capacity to sustain rule of law and respect for human rights, creating a 21st century border and building strong and resilient communities.
The Merida Initiative compliments US domestic efforts to reduce drug demand, stop the flow of arms and weapons across the US border and confront gangs and criminal organizations. The Merida Initiative also compliments broader efforts by the Governments of Mexico to engage on every front in the battle against organized Crime. With a focus on capacity building, the Merida Initiative provided for the following in an effort to increase the capabilities of the participating countries.
For over ten years, AMERICAN SYSTEMS has supported the delivery of training services to foreign personnel in support of US foreign assistance programs. We offer a very competitive compensation and benefit package and there are no upfront out of pocket expenses for persons hired. All travel and transportation arrangements will be made and paid for by AMERICAN SYSTEMS. Living expenses are paid by AMERICAN SYSTEMS with all employees living in western-style secure accommodations. Work is performed five days per week at a secure facility/base within the host nation (foreign purchaser). Persons hired will be full-time salaried employees of AMERICAN SYSTEMS. There is no requirement/authorization to carry firearms.
The Merida Initiative compliments US domestic efforts to reduce drug demand, stop the flow of arms and weapons across the US border and confront gangs and criminal organizations. The Merida Initiative also compliments broader efforts by the Governments of Mexico to engage on every front in the battle against organized Crime. With a focus on capacity building, the Merida Initiative provided for the following in an effort to increase the capabilities of the participating countries.
For over ten years, AMERICAN SYSTEMS has supported the delivery of training services to foreign personnel in support of US foreign assistance programs. We offer a very competitive compensation and benefit package and there are no upfront out of pocket expenses for persons hired. All travel and transportation arrangements will be made and paid for by AMERICAN SYSTEMS. Living expenses are paid by AMERICAN SYSTEMS with all employees living in western-style secure accommodations. Work is performed five days per week at a secure facility/base within the host nation (foreign purchaser). Persons hired will be full-time salaried employees of AMERICAN SYSTEMS. There is no requirement/authorization to carry firearms.