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Andy Frain

K9 Handler

Portland, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Position Summary Andy Frain Services, Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to serve as an K9 Detection Handler in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This position supports a specialized detection ...

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Andy Frain Services

K9 Handler

Portland, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Position Summary Andy Frain Services, Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to serve as an K9 Detection Handler in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This position supports a specialized detection ...

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Andy Frain Services

K9 Handler

Portland, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Position Summary Andy Frain Services, Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to serve as an K9 Detection Handler in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This position supports a specialized detection ...

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City of Milwaukie, OR

Police Officer Lateral

Milwaukie, OR · On-site

$79K - $101K/yr

Specialty assignments within our agency include Field Training Officer, Firearms Instructor, Public Information Officer, K9 Handler, SWAT Team Member, Hostage Negotiations Team Member, School ...

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City of Milwaukie

Police Officer Lateral

Portland, OR · On-site

$79K - $101K/yr

Specialty assignments within our agency include Field Training Officer, Firearms Instructor, Public Information Officer, K9 Handler, SWAT Team Member, Hostage Negotiations Team Member, School ...

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City of Tigard, OR

Entry Level Police Officer

Tigard, OR · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

... positions including K9 handler, Drone Operator, Police Motorcycle, Detective, School Resource Officer, Crisis Negotiations, TNT (Tactical Negotiations Team), Commercial Crimes Unit, Drug ...

City of Tigard

Entry Level Police Officer

Portland, OR · On-site

$86K - $107K/yr

... positions including K9 handler, Drone Operator, Police Motorcycle, Detective, School Resource Officer, Crisis Negotiations, TNT (Tactical Negotiations Team), Commercial Crimes Unit, Drug ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Gresham, OR

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Eugene, OR

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Portland, OR

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Salem, OR · On-site

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Eugene, OR · On-site

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Portland, OR · On-site

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Salem, OR

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

Law Enforcement & Security

Gresham, OR · On-site

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

MASTER-AT-ARMS

Salem, OR · On-site

$17.50 - $22.50/hr

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

MASTER-AT-ARMS

Gresham, OR

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

U.S. Navy

MASTER-AT-ARMS

Gresham, OR · On-site

$18.50 - $23.50/hr

Train to become a K9 dog handler and even protect and escort shipboard weapons in the armory. The call to serve and protect starts by defending our own. RESPONSIBILITIES The law enforcement and ...

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How much do k9 handler jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for k9 handler in Oregon is $19.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $19.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a K9 handler?

A K9 Handler is a professional responsible for training, handling, and working with specially trained dogs, often for law enforcement, military, or security purposes. Their duties include obedience training, detection work (such as narcotics or explosives), search and rescue, and apprehension of suspects. Handlers form a strong bond with their K9 partners and ensure their ongoing training, care, and well-being. This role requires physical fitness, patience, and specialized training to effectively communicate and work with the dog.

What does a K9 handler do?

A typical day for a K9 Handler involves training, caring for, and working closely with their canine partner to perform tasks such as detecting narcotics, explosives, or locating missing persons, depending on the agency’s focus. Handlers are responsible not just for operational missions but also for maintaining the dog’s physical health, continuing obedience and specialty training, and ensuring proper documentation of activities and findings. The role may occasionally require irregular hours, travel, or responding to emergencies, and often includes collaboration with other law enforcement officers or security personnel. Success in this role comes from a strong bond with the dog, adaptability, and effective teamwork.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a K9 handler?

K9 Handlers generally require expertise in animal behavior, foundational law enforcement or security training, and a strong ability to interpret canine cues, often supported by relevant certifications such as K9 Handler Certification or police academy completion. Familiarity with handling equipment, canine training techniques, and documentation or tracking systems used in law enforcement or private security is essential. Strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to work well under pressure are important soft skills for the role. These skills ensure effective collaboration with human teams, safe and efficient handling of working dogs, and successful completion of detection, patrol, or search assignments.

How do you become a K9 Handler?

To become a K9 Handler, candidates typically need a law enforcement or security background, relevant training, and certification in working with police or service dogs. They often start as police officers or security personnel, then receive specialized K9 training through agencies or certified programs, and gain experience working with detection, patrol, or search and rescue dogs.

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K9 Handler

Andy Frain

Portland, OR • On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

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Position Summary
Andy Frain Services, Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to serve as an K9 Detection Handler in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This position supports a specialized detection program focused on threat detection and requires a disciplined, mission-ready handler who can maintain operational certifications, safeguard and train an assigned canine, support designated client sites, and respond to incidents, demonstrations, and emergency or standby assignments as operational needs require. The ideal candidate is a retired law enforcement canine handler, prior military canine handler, or similarly experienced professional with a strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to canine care and operational readiness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Complete and maintain all certifications, qualifications, licensing, and training required for the Andy Frain Services Person-Borne Gun Detection program and for armed assignment at the designated work location.
  • Certify with the assigned canine before operational deployment and maintain all annual certifications, required recertifications, proficiency standards, and program readiness benchmarks thereafter.
  • Maintain full responsibility for the assigned canine's health, welfare, conditioning, housing, grooming, feeding, medical follow-up, training progress, and general care in accordance with company policy and program standards.
  • Conduct searches only with the assigned canine, only at Andy Frain Services-designated sites, and only as directed by Andy Frain management or other authorized direction.
  • Provide support and assistance, as directed, to Andy Frain Services, Inc. management, designated authorized client contacts, and law enforcement agencies.
  • Maintain accurate and timely canine utilization records, training documentation, certifications, deployment records, and any other required program documentation.
  • Maintain all canine-related equipment, duty gear, assigned firearms, and other issued assets in serviceable condition and in accordance with company policy.
  • Operate and maintain the company-assigned vehicle in compliance with Andy Frain fleet management policies, safe driving requirements, and all applicable laws.
  • Wear all prescribed duty gear while on duty, including protective vest, duty belt, and any other equipment required for the assignment.
  • Remain available for client demonstrations, incident response, emergency response duty, standby assignments, and adjusted schedules that may include weekends, holidays, nights, and overnights.
Maintenance Training and Operational Readiness
  • Conduct routine maintenance training with the assigned canine in accordance with program standards and the direction of the Canine Coordinator / Program Manager.
  • Complete scheduled proficiency training intended to sustain and improve detection capability, obedience, control, neutrality, environmental stability, and operational performance under distraction.
  • Participate in scenario-based, site-based, and environmental exposure training to ensure reliable performance at designated sites and during client demonstrations.
  • Maintain detailed training records documenting date, location, duration, objectives, aids used when applicable, observed outcomes or alerts, corrective actions, and follow-up plans.
  • Participate in remedial training, coaching, and performance reviews if proficiency standards are not met or if performance trends indicate the need for corrective action.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Single-purpose canine handler certification, or the ability to obtain the certification before commencing work.
  • Dual-purpose canine handler certification, or the ability to obtain the certification before commencing work.
  • At least three (3) years of law enforcement canine handling experience, at least three (3) years of military canine handling experience, or similarly documented substantially comparable experience.
  • Willingness to remain with the program for a minimum of three (3) years.
  • Strong desire to work with canines and willingness to train, care for, and maintain the assigned working canine to program standards.
  • Ability to successfully complete a ninety (90) day probationary period.
  • Valid driver's license, clean driving record for the preceding three (3) years, and successful completion of Andy Frain Safe Drivers' Instruction.
  • Ability to satisfy all firearms training, department qualification, company assessment, licensing, and jurisdictional requirements necessary to perform armed work.
Position Summary
Andy Frain Services, Inc. seeks a highly qualified professional to serve as an K9 Detection Handler in the Atlanta, Georgia area. This position supports a specialized detection program focused on threat detection and requires a disciplined, mission-ready handler who can maintain operational certifications, safeguard and train an assigned canine, support designated client sites, and respond to incidents, demonstrations, and emergency or standby assignments as operational needs require. The ideal candidate is a retired law enforcement canine handler, prior military canine handler, or similarly experienced professional with a strong work ethic, sound judgment, and a demonstrated commitment to canine care and operational readiness.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Complete and maintain all certifications, qualifications, licensing, and training required for the Andy Frain Services Person-Borne Gun Detection program and for armed assignment at the designated work location.
  • Certify with the assigned canine before operational deployment and maintain all annual certifications, required recertifications, proficiency standards, and program readiness benchmarks thereafter.
  • Maintain full responsibility for the assigned canine's health, welfare, conditioning, housing, grooming, feeding, medical follow-up, training progress, and general care in accordance with company policy and program standards.
  • Conduct searches only with the assigned canine, only at Andy Frain Services-designated sites, and only as directed by Andy Frain management or other authorized direction.
  • Provide support and assistance, as directed, to Andy Frain Services, Inc. management, designated authorized client contacts, and law enforcement agencies.
  • Maintain accurate and timely canine utilization records, training documentation, certifications, deployment records, and any other required program documentation.
  • Maintain all canine-related equipment, duty gear, assigned firearms, and other issued assets in serviceable condition and in accordance with company policy.
  • Operate and maintain the company-assigned vehicle in compliance with Andy Frain fleet management policies, safe driving requirements, and all applicable laws.
  • Wear all prescribed duty gear while on duty, including protective vest, duty belt, and any other equipment required for the assignment.
  • Remain available for client demonstrations, incident response, emergency response duty, standby assignments, and adjusted schedules that may include weekends, holidays, nights, and overnights.
Maintenance Training and Operational Readiness
  • Conduct routine maintenance training with the assigned canine in accordance with program standards and the direction of the Canine Coordinator / Program Manager.
  • Complete scheduled proficiency training intended to sustain and improve detection capability, obedience, control, neutrality, environmental stability, and operational performance under distraction.
  • Participate in scenario-based, site-based, and environmental exposure training to ensure reliable performance at designated sites and during client demonstrations.
  • Maintain detailed training records documenting date, location, duration, objectives, aids used when applicable, observed outcomes or alerts, corrective actions, and follow-up plans.
  • Participate in remedial training, coaching, and performance reviews if proficiency standards are not met or if performance trends indicate the need for corrective action.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Single-purpose canine handler certification, or the ability to obtain the certification before commencing work.
  • Dual-purpose canine handler certification, or the ability to obtain the certification before commencing work.
  • At least three (3) years of law enforcement canine handling experience, at least three (3) years of military canine handling experience, or similarly documented substantially comparable experience.
  • Willingness to remain with the program for a minimum of three (3) years.
  • Strong desire to work with canines and willingness to train, care for, and maintain the assigned working canine to program standards.
  • Ability to successfully complete a ninety (90) day probationary period.
  • Valid driver's license, clean driving record for the preceding three (3) years, and successful completion of Andy Frain Safe Drivers' Instruction.
  • Ability to satisfy all firearms training, department qualification, company assessment, licensing, and jurisdictional requirements necessary to perform armed work.

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