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Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler

NEWAGESYS SOLUTIONS (P) LIMITED
Bethesda, MD Full Time | Contractor
POSTED ON 10/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 2/2/2027

We hiring an Explosive Detection Canine (K9) Handler. The Explosive Detection K9 Handler partners with a trained Explosive Detection Canine (EDC), or “K9”, to conduct searches in/at assigned client sites, including corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, open areas and/or other

situations as needed.

Ready to make a difference as a canine handler.

  • 5 Years Canine Experience is Required, paid training provided.
  • Canine Stipend provided.
  • Required for this position minimum of two years of one of these qualifications: military,
  • law enforcement or corrections.
  • Must have a personal vehicle to transport K9 partner, they cannot be transported via
  • public transportation.
  • Must be able to accommodate housing for K9 partner; K9 partner resides with you

Hours:

M-F 12 hour shifts 0600-1800

S-S 6 hour shifts 0600-1200

Modified schedules may be considered once fully staffed (4 days on / 3 days off, 7 on / 7 off etc.)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Partner with a trained Explosive Detection K9 to conduct searches in/at assigned client sites, including corporate buildings, loading docks, delivery vehicles, open areas and/or other situations as needed
  • Assist and liaise effectively with the client’s security manager, law enforcement

agencies, security personnel, and local partners or their representatives in the

execution of the security protocols as agreed to and described in the specific post

orders for each post

  • Properly train the Explosive Detection K9, in accordance with Company policy,

each day and ensuring their safety and well-being

  • Adhere to all regulatory or other protocols, including the use of any required

technology

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and

may be required prior to employment

  • Must possess a minimum of two (2) years in one or more of the following:
  • Service in any military branch (including Guard and Reserve)

Law enforcement role, with a completed accredited Law Enforcement

Academy (Municipal/State/Federal)

Municipal or federal correctional officer, including attending a full-time

accredited LE/Corrections Academy (must have enforcement

responsibilities)

  • Possess adequate living environment to allow for the proper exercise and

training of the K9

  • Access to reliable transportation sufficient to allow the safe transportation of the

K9 to and from work

  • Willingness and ability to be available for incident/emergency response duty,

standby duty, and client demonstrations, which includes various days and hours

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security

(such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any 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
  • A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch

BENEFITS:

Medical, dental, vision, basic life and disability insurance

Paid time off offered at an accrual rate of 1 hour per 25 hours worked on a

weekly basis

Eight paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues, and much more!

Pay: $30.10 - $34.10 per hour

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • How many years of exp in Explosive detection canine handling?

Security clearance:

  • Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $30 - $34

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