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Headquartered in Newport News, Virginia, we leverage subject matter expertise, data analytics and technology to challenge boundaries and transform possibilities.\nWith a global presence and a passionate team of over 200 ITAers, we’re driven by mission success for our customers, “In The Arena.” Our expertise spans Operations, Training, Engineering, Nanotechnology, Statistics, Machine Learning and Software Engineering - enabling data and tech-enabled solutions that deliver real value.\nJoin our impactful journey at ITA International. As Theodore Roosevelt said, “The credit belongs to the man who is actually in the arena.” We’re here, standing beside our customers, ready to serve and succeed.\nITA is seeking an K-9 Trainer to join the team in the United Arab Emirates.\n*Please note this position is contingent upon position vacancy*\nResponsibilities\nThe selected candidate will play a vital role in supporting the 9th Air Force, a key component of the United States Air Force Central Command (AFCENT) overseeing operations in the Middle East. This position provides subject matter expertise to the 9th Air Force Expeditionary Security Forces Squadron, helping ensure base security and critical support services in one of the most dynamic and strategically important regions in the world. The 9th Air Force serves at other locations such as Al Dhafra AB, UAE; Ali Al Salem AB, Kuwait; Al Mubarak Air Base, Kuwait; Prince Sultan AB (PSAB), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA); Muwaffaq-Salti AB (MSAB), Jordan; Al Udeid AB, Qatar and in CONUS.\nPlanning, scheduling, conducting and documenting all Military Working Dog (MWD) training. Will ensure that all MWD team proficiency training is current and maintained.\nAssist kennel master with all operations, Including but not limited to: supervise the care and feeding of dogs, ensure kennel and kennel facility maintenance, and manage transport of MWD.\nCoordinate training and duty schedules for all MWD. Ensure that all administrative, accountability and medical records are maintained.\nObtain all training support requirements.\nResponsible for storage, inventory and accountability of all training aids.\nWill act as primary or alternate equipment custodian for all accountable assets. \nQualifications\nCandidates must have:\nFive years of experience providing MWD team training.\nMust be a graduate of the Department of Defense Kennel Masters course.\nProficiency in the use of Microsoft Office.\nA valid state and be able to obtain a Government issued Driver’s License.\nTraining and experience in U.S. Air Force Equipment Custodian process, is desired.\n Secret security clearance. \nBenefit and Compensation Transparency\nITA International proudly complies with all federal and state benefit and pay transparency laws. Employees of ITA can expect a robust benefit package, including:\nMedical, dental and vision plans\nLife Insurance\nShort Term Disability insurance (where applicable)\nVoluntary ancillary benefit options\n401k retirement benefits with employer matching contributions\nApplication and Employment at ITA International\nITA International is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.\nIn compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), ITA International would like to ensure that your application process goes as smoothly as possible. If you would like to preview the physical requirements for this position, or if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a currently open position with ITA, please contact us by phone at 757-246-6781 or email us at .","description_format":"text","description_chars":3854,"description_truncated":false,"requirements":{"experience_years_min":5,"management_years_min":null,"team_size_min":null,"manages_managers":false,"education":{"level":"master","optional":false},"security_clearance":true,"languages":[]},"benefits":["401k plan","Life insurance"],"hiring_locations":[],"hiring_excludes":[],"relocation_offered":false,"industries":[],"lifecycle":[{"event":"open","at":"2026-10-14T12:30:28Z"}],"visa":[],"liveness":{"score":89,"band":"hot","label":"Hiring now","p_open":1,"p_active":0.886,"p_room":1,"age_days":11,"expected_fill_days":35,"reasons":["conf:0","velocity","win:early"],"computed_at":"2026-10-26T05:57:25Z"},"pay":null,"html_url":"https://alion.io/job/ita-intl-k-9-trainer-2","json_url":"https://alion.io/job/ita-intl-k-9-trainer-2.json","meta":{"generated_at":"2026-10-26T21:12:39Z","cache_seconds":300,"methodology":"https://alion.io/methodology","terms":"https://alion.io/terms","contact":"https://alion.io/contact","api":"https://alion.io/developers","about":"Alion is a live layer of people, companies and AI agents: who they are, whether they are real and active right now, what they do and how to work with them, readable by people and by agents and paid per call.","catalog":"https://alion.io/catalog.json","usage":{"tier":"crawler_verified","counted_by":"address","units_charged":1,"used_today":28572,"day_limit":null,"remaining_today":null,"minute_limit":300,"resets_at":"2026-10-27T00:00:00Z"}},"offers":[{"id":"company.slices","title":"One company in depth, by slice","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002,"plus_per_slice":{"credits":0.05,"usd":0.005}},"unit":"per company, plus each slice with data","note":"the employer in depth","call":{"mcp_tool":"get_company","arguments":{"id":4391017},"rest":"https://alion.io/mcp/rest/get_company?id=4391017"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.slices&for=job%2Fita-intl-k-9-trainer-2"},{"id":"market.stats","title":"A market slice: pay, demand and time to fill","status":"live","price":{"credits":1,"usd":0.1},"unit":"per slice","note":"pay, demand and time to fill for this role and place","call":{"mcp_tool":"market_stats"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=market.stats&for=job%2Fita-intl-k-9-trainer-2"},{"id":"job.search","title":"Open jobs by role, technology, place, pay and visa","status":"live","price":{"credits":0.02,"usd":0.002},"unit":"per posting in a list","note":"similar open postings","call":{"mcp_tool":"search_jobs"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=job.search&for=job%2Fita-intl-k-9-trainer-2"},{"id":"company.verify","title":"Is this company real and active right now","status":"pilot","price":null,"unit":"per company","request":{"url":"https://alion.io/catalog/request","method":"POST","body":"{\"offer\": \"company.verify\", \"for\": \"job/ita-intl-k-9-trainer-2\", \"note\": \"what you need it for\"}"},"human":"https://alion.io/catalog?offer=company.verify&for=job%2Fita-intl-k-9-trainer-2"}]}