Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler

Allied Universal • Louisville, KY

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About The Position

Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services is hiring an Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler. The handler partners with a trained Explosive Detection Canine (EDC), or K9, to conduct searches at assigned client sites, including corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, and open areas, as well as other situations as needed. Previous canine experience is not required; paid training is provided. The role pays $30.10 per hour and includes a canine stipend, training, and care. The handler must transport the K9 in a private vehicle and accommodate the K9 at their residence.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two years of qualifying service in a military branch, law enforcement role, or municipal or federal corrections role. Law enforcement and corrections experience must include the specified accredited academy and enforcement responsibilities.
• Licensing may be required before employment, subject to state and local laws and regulations.
• Adequate living environment for the proper exercise and training of the K9.
• Reliable transportation sufficient to safely transport the K9 to and from work; the K9 cannot be transported by public transportation.
• Willingness and ability to be available for incident or emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations on various days and hours.

Nice To Haves

• Military occupational specialty related to law enforcement or security, such as Military Police or elite military forces, combat-arms experience, or a support role in a combat zone.
• Prior civilian or military K9 handler experience.
• Completion of a full military handler course.
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice-related studies.
• At least eight years of service in a military branch.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a trained Explosive Detection K9 to conduct searches at assigned client sites and other locations as needed.
• Assist and liaise with the client’s security manager, law enforcement agencies, security personnel, and local partners or their representatives to execute security protocols described in post orders.
• Train the Explosive Detection K9 each day in accordance with Company policy and ensure the K9’s safety and well-being.
• Adhere to all regulatory and other protocols, including use of required technology.
• Be available for incident and emergency response duty, standby duty, and client demonstrations across various days and hours.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Paid time off accrued at a rate of one hour per 25 hours worked.
• Eight paid holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discounts through the perks program.
• Canine stipend, training, and care provided.
• Paid training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED