Elite Explosive-Detection K-9 Handler

Gwcca; Atlanta, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) with match

On-site dining

Free parking

Employee discounts

Job summary

Georgia World Congress Center Authority is hiring an Explosives Ordinance Disposal K-9 Handler to join our Public Safety team. The candidate must be a Georgia P.O.S.T.

certified officer in good standing with at least two years of sworn police experience and a valid Georgia driver’s license. The role includes explosive detection screening of GWCCA deliveries, vehicles, events, and routine patrols with a K-9.

Qualifications

• Two years’ employment experience as a certified sworn police officer.
• Georgia P.O.S.T. certified officer in good standing.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid Georgia Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Operate as K-9 handler to provide explosives detection screening of GWCCA deliveries, vehicles entering GWCCA property, sites of special events, and routine patrols.
• Maintain, care, handling and training of assigned K-9.
• Patrols building with K-9 and reports unusual situations or unauthorized individuals.
• Perform reporting and compliance with policies; ensure safety and security during events.

Skills

K-9 handling

Explosive detection

Public safety

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Georgia World Congress Center Authority is hiring an Explosives Ordinance Disposal K-9 Handler to join our Public Safety team. The candidate must be a Georgia P.O.S.T.

certified officer in good standing with at least two years of sworn police experience and a valid Georgia driver’s license. The role includes explosive detection screening of GWCCA deliveries, vehicles, events, and routine patrols with a K-9.