MPD seeks Kennel Master - $55k to $71k

There is only one city in the country that can say it is the Nation’s Capital – Washington, D.C.  Given that distinction, The Metropolitan Police Department is the premiere law enforcement organization in the city. We receive over 22 million visitors a year, have almost 700,000 residents, and 21,000 private business. The Department consists of more than 4,400 members: approximately 3,800 sworn members and over 650 civilian employees. We are one of the most diverse and highly trained departments in the country.  We have the honor of safeguarding and protecting not only our nation’s residents, but also people from all over the world.

This position is located in the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD), Homeland Security Bureau, Special Operations Division, Tactical Patrol Branch.  The position will assist the Tactical Patrol Branch in managing the kennel environment, and provide consistent, direct focus on the tasks required within the kennel. 

The major duties of the Kennel Technician is to supervise and direct the safe, positive care and development of the MPD canine in its care. The Kennel Technician will be responsible for care and maintenance of all MPD canine. This position will be responsible for maintaining the health and training records of the canine.