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Downtown Dog Lounge LLC

Dog Handler

Seattle, WA · On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Description Position Overview & Purpose The Dog Handler is responsible for providing direct care ... Must be flexible and will be expected to be available to work weekends, evenings, and during ...

Downtown Dog Lounge LLC

Dog Handler

Seattle, WA

$21.30 - $22.87/hr

Description Position Overview & Purpose The Dog Handler is responsible for providing direct care ... Must be flexible and will be expected to be available to work most weekends AND during holidays.

Downtown Dog Lounge

Dog Handler

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.30 - $22.87/hr

Job Type Full-time Description Position Overview & Purpose The Dog Handler is responsible for ... Must be flexible and will be expected to be available to work most weekends AND during holidays.

Downtown Dog Lounge LLC

Dog Handler

Seattle, WA · On-site

$21.30 - $22.87/hr

Position Overview & Purpose The Dog Handler is responsible for providing direct care for our dogs ... Must be flexible and will be expected to be available to work most weekends AND during holidays.

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Dog Handler

New York, NY · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

Maintaining a clean and sanitary facility Salary: $16.00 / hour As a Dog Handler, you must be able ... Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Exceptional ...

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Dog Handler

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$16/hr

Maintaining a clean and sanitary facility Salary: $16.00 / hour As a Dog Handler, you must be able ... Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Exceptional ...

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Dog Handler

New York, NY · On-site

$16 - $16.50/hr

Maintaining a clean and sanitary facility Salary: $16.00 / hour As a Dog Handler, you must be able ... Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Exceptional ...

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Dog Handler

Manhattan, NY

$16/hr

Maintaining a clean and sanitary facility Salary: $16.00 / hour As a Dog Handler, you must be able ... Ability to work a varied schedule including days, evenings, weekends, and holidays. * Exceptional ...

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Dog Handler

Gillette, NJ · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

CANINE HANDLERS The Dog Stop ® - Long Hill is looking for enthusiastic Canine Handlers to join our ... applicants be available to work on some weekend days and holidays. Responsibilities:

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Dog Handler

Gillette, NJ · On-site

$16 - $19/hr

CANINE HANDLERS The Dog Stop ® - Long Hill is looking for enthusiastic Canine Handlers to join our ... applicants be available to work on some weekend days and holidays. Responsibilities:

U.S. Army

Dog Handler (U.S. Army)

Williamsburg, VA · On-site

$11.50 - $15/hr

Army as a Working Dog Handler might be right for you. Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers are ... odor detection (explosive/drug). Service dogs, generally seen as a non-lethal option for ...

ProspectBArk

Experienced Dog Handler

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

... nights and weekends as scheduled in advance, plus one major holiday season (Christmas or ... PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DAYCARE HANDLERS ARE ALSO OFFERED DOG WALKS AND PET SITS IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD ...

ProspectBArk

Experienced Dog Handler

Brooklyn, NY · On-site

$17 - $25/hr

... nights and weekends as scheduled in advance, plus one major holiday season (Christmas or ... PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL DAYCARE HANDLERS ARE ALSO OFFERED DOG WALKS AND PET SITS IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOOD ...

U.S. Army

Dog Handler (31K)

Clarion, PA · On-site

$23K - $97K/yr

As a Military Working Dog Handler, you'll work with K-9 units and be responsible for training and ... Detection & Identification. * Law Enforcement & Security.

U.S. Army

Working Dog Handler (U.S. Army)

Suffolk, VA · On-site

$12.25 - $15.75/hr

Army as a Working Dog Handler might be right for you. Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers are ... odor detection (explosive/drug). Service dogs, generally seen as a non-lethal option for ...

Wags and Whiskers

Part Time Dog Handler

Little Rock, AR · On-site

$14/hr

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Dog Handler at Wags and Whiskers! Do you love dogs and enjoy spending ... You will be required to choose one weekend day either Saturday or Sunday to work. About Us At Wags ...

American K9 Detective Services

Lead Handler

Miami, FL · On-site

$15.75 - $18.75/hr

Nights, weekends, and holiday hours will berequired, and the work schedule will vary. Travel may ... Two years of documented experience handling an explosive detection dog in an operational ...

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How much do weekend bomb detection dog handler jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend bomb detection dog handler in the United States is $17.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.75 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Bomb Detection Dog Handler vs K-9 Handler?

AspectWeekend Bomb Detection Dog HandlerK-9 Handler
CertificationsExplosive detection certifications, canine handling trainingCanine handling certifications, obedience training
Work EnvironmentEvent security, airports, public venues on weekendsLaw enforcement, security agencies, military bases
Employer & IndustrySecurity companies, event organizersPolice departments, military, federal agencies

The Weekend Bomb Detection Dog Handler specializes in detecting explosives during weekend events or security checks, often working with private security or event staff. In contrast, a K-9 Handler typically works within law enforcement or military settings, handling dogs trained for various tasks including narcotics, search and rescue, or explosives. While both roles require canine handling skills and certifications, their work environments and employer types differ significantly.

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Dog Handler

Downtown Dog Lounge LLC

Seattle, WA • On-site

$14.50 - $18.75/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Description

Position Overview & Purpose

The Dog Handler is responsible for providing direct care for our dogs, as well as their health and safety while on-site, resulting in exceptional customer service and high-quality pet care. 


A Week in the Life of a Dog Handler

The following is a list of general job responsibilities for the Dog Handler position. Please note that this list is not all-inclusive and may be amended to meet changing business needs. 


Daily Operations:

  • Live out and be a positive advocate for Downtown Dog Lounge's safety culture
  • Understand and uphold the Purpose and Core Values of the business in actions and words
  • Actively oversee a designated dog park in person to ensure positive and safe dog interactions and mitigate escalating behaviors
  • Develop thorough knowledge and understanding of dog breeds and dog behavior  
  • Follow all safety guidelines and protocols   
  • Attend daily recap meetings, as well as read and understand recap daily

Spend Time With Dogs & Their Parents:

  • Provide exceptional customer service, including transparent communication 
  • Develop strong relationships with customers (dogs and people)  
  • Learn basic customer service, concierge, and front-facing role duties (answering the phone, replying to emails, posting in Slack, etc.)
  • Perform additional services such as dog walks, dog jogs, and one-on-one play with a ball 
  • Become an proficient Gingr user and communicating with pet parents
  • Assist with dog rotations and mealtimes
  • Assist with running dogs at check-in and check-out  

Support with Cleaning:

  • Clean up after dogs 
  • Cleanliness of the location 
  • Perform additional cleaning and disinfection duties including, but not limited to, taking out the garbage, mopping, cleaning crates and surfaces, laundry, etc.

Support the Team:

  • Uphold DDL Purpose and Values, communicating clearly, openly, honestly, and kindly  
  • Communicate and participate as part of the team 
  • Attend periodic required trainings and All Team Meetings  
  • Mentor new team members as assigned  
  • Perform other daily tasks as assigned by the Pack Leader and/or Supervisors
  • Cross-train for other positions within the company over time (concierge, pack leader, trainer, bather, etc.) 


Downtown Dog Lounge is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We look forward to your application.


Requirements

Experience and Education:

  • Minimum of High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
  • Must be 18 years of age to work independently in the dog parks 

Required Skills and Abilities:

  • Comfortable working within close proximity to approximately 30 dogs in an enclosed park 
  • Desire to develop a thorough understanding of dog behavior 
  • Quick reaction time to unpredictable situations 
  • Comfortable working in a loud environment 
  • Strong interpersonal and customer service skills 
  • Comfortable standing for 8 hours at a time 
  • Able to lift 45 pounds 
  • Must be flexible and will be expected to be available to work weekends, evenings, and during holidays 

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