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Jacob Rippin

Fort Benning

Summary

Dynamic Military Working Dog Handler with the US Army, recognized for enhancing team performance through innovative training methods and effective force protection strategies. Expert in explosive detection and building searches, fostering strong team communication and adaptability. Proven track record in safeguarding personnel assets and mentoring junior handlers to achieve mission success.

Diligent police officer with background in military working dog handling. Successfully trained and managed canine units for detection, patrol, and search operations. Demonstrated leadership and problem-solving skills in high-pressure environments.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Military Working Dog Handler

US Army
06.2021 - Current
  • Developed innovative training methods tailored to individual dog-handler team strengths and weaknesses, resulting in improved overall performance levels.
  • Supported safety objectives by providing crowd control and force protection during high-risk missions and events.
  • Ensured proper utilization of resources by accurately tracking MWD team performance data and adjusting tactics as needed.
  • Improved unit efficiency through thorough maintenance of MWD equipment and facilities, adhering to strict military guidelines.
  • Played a pivotal role in emergency response situations, utilizing MWD teams to quickly assess and neutralize potential threats.
  • Fostered strong relationships with civilian counterparts through active participation in community outreach programs showcasing the capabilities of MWD teams.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment within the unit by mentoring junior handlers on best practices for canine handling techniques.
  • Reduced potential security threats with regular detection sweeps for explosives using MWD teams.
  • Leveraged strong leadership qualities while supervising the day-to-day activities of subordinate dog handlers within the unit.
  • Contributed to mission success through expert handling of specialized search techniques, including building searches, open area searches, and vehicle searches.
  • Incorporated positive reinforcement methods to correct behavior problems and train for competitions, law enforcement use, and home security.

Military Working Dog Handler

US Army
06.2019 - 06.2021
  • Safeguarded personnel assets with diligent implementation of security measures during sensitive site visits or VIP escorts using MWDs as a deterrent tool.
  • Increased overall effectiveness of MWD teams by sharing knowledge and expertise gained through continuous professional development opportunities.
  • Reduced potential security threats with regular detection sweeps for explosives using MWD teams.
  • Maintained high standards of canine care, ensuring optimal health and readiness for all assigned working dogs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
  • Trained animals to respond to specific cues from both owners and handlers.
  • Monitored animal health, attention and behavior during training sessions.

Education

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Lakeland Community College
Willoughby, OH
06-2023

Skills

  • Team communication
  • Training evaluation
  • Force protection
  • Law enforcement support
  • Explosive detection
  • Building searches
  • Route clearance
  • Perimeter patrols
  • Adaptability and flexibility

Timeline

Military Working Dog Handler

US Army
06.2021 - Current

Military Working Dog Handler

US Army
06.2019 - 06.2021

Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice

Lakeland Community College

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