Operations Assistant Manager

Bryan Hartney

Bryan Hartney is a highly experienced public safety professional with a distinguished career dedicated to service, leadership, and K-9 operations. A veteran of the United States Army, Bryan has spent more than 20 years serving his community as a firefighter and paramedic, building a reputation for professionalism, integrity, and excellence in emergency response.

In addition to his extensive fire service experience, Bryan has completed more than 500 hours of specialized training as both a K-9 instructor and K-9 decoy. He has successfully completed numerous advanced schools and professional seminars focused on K-9 detection, tracking, apprehension, and tactical deployment, continually expanding his knowledge and expertise in working dog operations.

Bryan is passionate about developing both handlers and canines through practical, real-world training. He instructs K-9 CPR courses, teaches K-9 aggression recognition and management, and plays a key role in training new hires in kennel operations, ensuring they understand proper canine care, handling, safety, and operational readiness.

Combining military discipline, decades of emergency service experience, and specialized K-9 expertise, Bryan is committed to preparing handlers and working dogs for success through professional, effective, and realistic training. His dedication to education, safety, and operational excellence has made him a respected instructor and mentor within the public safety and K-9 communities.