GWCC PART -TIME EXPLOSIVES ORDINANCE DISPOSAL K-9 HANDLER

GWCCA • Atlanta, GA

14d • Onsite

About The Position

The Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is hiring a part-time Explosives Ordinance Disposal K-9 Handler. This sworn police employee is responsible for the care, training, and deployment of an assigned canine to detect explosives, explosive materials, and related threats. The position supports the safety and security of GWCCA facilities, personnel, and the public through proactive detection sweeps, responses to alerts, and support for law enforcement and security operations. The handler and canine may patrol or respond to incidents at GWCCA, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, or another facility as directed by the Chief of Police or designee.

The role conducts explosives-detection screening of deliveries, vehicles entering or adjacent to GWCCA property, special-event sites, and facility grounds. It also involves canine care and training, patrol, emergency response, reporting, and coordination with law enforcement and security. Candidates under final consideration must complete a criminal history evaluation and drug screening. Applicants must submit a Georgia P.O.S.T. data report/fact sheet and PBLE/PRPP certification with their application.

Requirements

• Currently employed as an officer and in good standing with the employer.
• Have jurisdiction in the geographical area.
• Have agency approval to work an extra job at GWCCA.
• Hold current Georgia P.O.S.T. certification and be in good standing with P.O.S.T.
• Hold a valid Georgia Driver’s License.
• Be able to attend and successfully complete extended-length training to certify as a K-9 detection team.
• Be able to work an irregular schedule as required.
• Be able to provide suitable care, feeding, grooming, and living conditions for the canine.
• Maintain a physical fitness regimen and be a non-smoker or agree not to smoke in the presence of the canine.
• Demonstrate knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, techniques, and equipment.
• Demonstrate integrity, work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to assess, analyze, and manage risk amid uncertainty.
• Demonstrate oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience as a canine handler.
• Military, law enforcement, or security background.

Responsibilities

• Conduct explosive-detection sweeps of venues, vehicles, cargo, luggage, packages, deliveries, and other assigned areas.
• Screen GWCCA deliveries, vehicles entering or adjacent to GWCCA property, and sites of special events on GWCCA property.
• Handle the canine during special requests for explosive detection in unusual or suspicious circumstances.
• Maintain the assigned canine’s control, obedience, readiness, and detection performance through daily training.
• Provide the canine’s care, including feeding, grooming, exercise, veterinary attention, and suitable living conditions.
• Patrol buildings and grounds with the canine and report unusual situations or unauthorized individuals.
• Respond to suspicious items, incidents, and emergencies, coordinating with law enforcement and security as required.
• Patrol and respond to incidents at GWCCA, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, or other facilities as directed by the Chief of Police or designee.
• Complete detailed reports of sweeps and findings, and maintain canine activity logs and other records.
• Follow safety protocols, security procedures, applicable laws, GWCCA policies, and training requirements.
• Safely use and qualify with firearms, chemical agents, and other weapons.
• Operate a motor vehicle under normal and emergency conditions.
• Apply criminal laws, regulations, policies, and procedures, including those concerning arrest, use of force, custody, search and seizure, and juvenile matters.
• Use police methods and procedures, including patrol, response to crimes in progress, suspect apprehension, traffic enforcement, accident investigation, crime-scene management, and crowd control.
• Write clear, comprehensive, accurate reports and carry out oral and written directions.
• Represent GWCCA professionally and provide effective interpersonal communication and customer service.
• Maintain personal and canine proficiency and certification in explosive detection, and maintain knowledge of developments in K-9 and law enforcement.
• Maintain proficiency with a personal computer and related software, and maintain records.
• Maintain a physical fitness regimen and avoid smoking in the canine’s presence.
• Complete assigned mandatory safety, compliance, and role-specific training.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Free on-site dining during operating hours.
• Free on-site parking.
• Discounted auto insurance, home insurance, technology, travel, event tickets, attractions, and other offerings.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed