Explosive Detection K9 Handler — Deployments, Stipends

Nation Security; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 68,770,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

K9 care stipend

Housing stipend

Travel stipend

Job summary

Nation Security Services LLC seeks experienced K9 Owner-Handlers to deploy with Explosive Detection Canines across high-profile client locations in Florida. You will operate as an elite detection team safeguarding major event venues, ports, campuses and facilities.

Starting at $40/hour, with stipends for canine care, housing, and travel, the role requires US citizenship, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass background checks.

Qualifications

• Must own a certified or certifiable Explosive Detection Canine (50–90 lbs).
• Minimum 2+ years of EDC handler experience in military, law enforcement, or high-tier private sector contract security.
• U.S. Citizen or National with HS Diploma or GED; able to pass background check, drug screen, and secure site credentials.
• Fluent in English and Spanish (written and spoken).
• Valid driver’s license with clean record and vehicle suitable for safe K9 transport.

Responsibilities

• Explosive Detection Screening: Conduct systematic, high-vigilance detection sweeps across client facilities and critical infrastructure.
• Canine Care & Welfare: Manage 24/7 care, housing, feeding, conditioning, and health for your working canine.
• Continuous Proficiency Training: Direct ongoing odor detection drills and decoy scenarios to maintain readiness for state, federal, and 3PK9 certifications.
• Compliance & Reporting: Maintain daily search logs, training records, and incident reports for regulatory compliance.
• Stakeholder Coordination: Communicate with client security directors, venue managers, and dispatch teams during deployments.
• K9 Ownership: You must personally own a certified or certifiable Explosive Detection Canine (50–90 lbs).
• Availability & Travel: Work flexible, rotating shifts and regional travel across Florida.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

K9 handling experience

Security clearance readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Nation Security Services LLC seeks experienced K9 Owner-Handlers to deploy with Explosive Detection Canines across high-profile client locations in Florida. You will operate as an elite detection team safeguarding major event venues, ports, campuses and facilities.

Starting at $40/hour, with stipends for canine care, housing, and travel, the role requires US citizenship, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to pass background checks.