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Published 10/14/25 8:14AM
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Train with Explosives Canine (dog) Teams at the Oakland Airport

Transportation Security Administration OAK
On-site, Volunteer must be in or near Oakland, CA
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    • Details

    Available Times:
    Weekdays (daytime, evenings), Weekends (daytime, evenings)
    Commitment Details:
    Volunteers mostly needed Monday-Friday for approximately 2 hours. Time and dates subject to change due to operational needs. If you are available during a time not offered, email and we can work with your schedule if possible.
    Recurrence:
    Recurring
    Volunteers Needed:
    300
    Cause Areas:
    Animals, Community Development, Crime & Safety
    Good For:
    Kids, Teens, Age 55+
    Participation Requirements:
    Driver’s License, Attend Orientation
    Age Requirement:
    18+
    Other Requirements:
    Minors must be accompanied by an adult and will not be permitted to carry training aids.

    Description

    Oakland TSA Explosive Detection Canine Program is looking for volunteers to assist as a decoy for canine training. Decoys will be playing the role of a passenger and might be asked to carry a training aid in an active airport setting. Volunteers must be over the age of 18 and available to assist the canine team for approximately 3 to 4 hours. Times needed are flexible and can be discussed with the coordinator. Minors are permitted to volunteer if accompanied by an adult. We look forward to working with you! During this time you will be asked to carry a training aid either in a piece of luggage, carry on bag or on your person during the training exercise. Meet the friendly faces of canine teams providing security for transportation all around the bay area.

    3 shifts available:

    • 04:30 to 06:30 PST
    • 06:30 to 08:30 PST
    • 07:00 to 09:00 PST

    Location

    On-site
    1 Airport Dr, Oakland, California, US

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