Desiree Matos
Chicago,IL
Summary
Hey I'm Desiree Matos! Career focused and eager K9 handler seeking a position in your company. To continue growing and learning more about the field while becoming a trusted and valued member. With a strong and confident work ethic, I'm ready for anything thrown my way.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Gun Detector K9 Handler
Andy Frain Security Services
Chicago, IL
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Warned violators of rule infractions and expelled people continuously engaging in suspicious or criminal acts.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers while maintaining a secure and safe environment for patrons.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Conduct mobile odor searches in crowds.
Explosive Detection K9 Handler
3DK9
Chicago, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Evaluate animals to determine temperaments, abilities or aptitude for training in high stress environments.
- Conduct training to develop or maintain desired animal behaviors.
- Work major events to maintain safety of everyone in attendance while keeping vigilance of surroundings for possible suspicious threats or unattended items.
- Keep areas secure and clear while conducting professional demeanor
- Completed night, vehicle, building, and stadium sweeps for major high traffic events and areas while maintaining communication with handlers and security. (Coachella, Lollapalooza, Electric Forest, Global Citizen, High School, etc.)
Explosive K9 Handler
AMK9 Constellis
Moyock, NC
04.2022 - 04.2023
- Overseen and organized cargo as a team with K9 to verified and screen export cargo for explosive material in designated screening area.
- Developed and conducted long-term relationships with clients to keep a positive working environment
- Carried out CCSF screener duties in addition to K9 standard duties
- Kept up to date weekly and monthly odor training
Explosive Detection Canine Handler
CSK9
Chicago, Illinois
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Compiled and maintained explosives training records in compliance with TSA regulations
- Conducted searches on cargo
- Maintained proper paperwork for searched cargo
- Observed and maintained K9's health and condition to detect illness or if required medical attention.
Explosive Detection Canine Handler
AK9I
Carrsville, VA
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Successfully passes K9 certification for explosives.
- Evaluated animals for trainability to discuss training techniques.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our searches/ detection
- Conducted building searches, vehicle searches, luggage searches and tracking.
- Conducted multiple training exercises with K9 while keepin daily logs.
Education
K9 Handle/ Trainer
American K9 Interdiction
Carrsville, VA04.2021
High School Diploma -
Chula Vista Senior High School
Chula Vista, CA05.2009
Skills
- Active listening
- Strong communication
- Organization
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Adaptability
- Attention to detail
- Flexibility
- Critical thinking
- Composed
- Positive attitude
- Confident, professional demeanor
Certification
- Certified Patrol/ Explosive Detector Training - 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024
- Certified patrol/ Narcotics Detection- 2023, 2024
- North American Police Work Dog Association (NAPWDA)
- National Odor Recognition Test (NORT)
- American Working Dog Association (AWDA)(narcotics/ explosives)
- TSA 3PK9 Certification
Timeline
Gun Detector K9 Handler
Andy Frain Security Services
03.2024 - 12.2024
Explosive K9 Handler
AMK9 Constellis
04.2022 - 04.2023
Explosive Detection K9 Handler
3DK9
06.2021 - Current
Explosive Detection Canine Handler
CSK9
04.2021 - 04.2022
Explosive Detection Canine Handler
AK9I
01.2021 - 04.2021
K9 Handle/ Trainer
American K9 Interdiction
High School Diploma -
Chula Vista Senior High School