At the Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA), we are committed to creating a consistently compelling experience for every guest who walks onto our campus. It’s what sets us apart and what fuels our vision to be the No.1 convention, sports, and entertainment destination in the world.

Our team members, regardless of role or responsibility, are dedicated to bringing this commitment to life every day. If you’re results-oriented, passionate about customer service, believe in teamwork, and possess an unwavering commitment to quality, then a career at GWCCA could be your calling. Are you ready to begin your Authority Life journey?

The Georgia World Congress Center is currently seeking a Police K9 Handler to join our team. The Explosive Detection Canine Handler is a sworn police employee certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as a police officer. The Police K9 Handler performs under general instruction, but with established policies and procedures to achieve successful results in support of the GWCCA’s mission, goals, policies, and objectives. This position reports to the Support Services Commander. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Georgia P.O.S.T. police officer certified in good standing
• Safely use and qualify with firearms, chemical agents, and other weapons.
• Operate a motor vehicle under normal and emergency conditions.
• Understands and carries out oral and written directions.
• Write clear, comprehensive, and accurate reports, legibly and with correct grammar and spelling.
• Understands, interprets, and applies criminal laws, regulations, policies and procedures with a focus on the laws of arrest, use of force, custody, search and seizure, and juvenile laws.
• Demonstrates the ability to implement police methods and procedures including patrol techniques, response to crimes in progress, apprehension of suspects, traffic enforcement, accident investigation, crime scene management, and crowd control.
• Efficient in the principles and practices of effective interpersonal communication and good customer service.
• Operates as K-9 handler to provide explosives detection screening of GWCCA deliveries, vehicles entering upon or adjacent to GWCCA property, sites of special events on GWCCA property, and routine patrol of grounds. 
• Handles K-9 when responding to special requests for explosive detection based on unusual or suspicious circumstances. 
• Responsible for all maintenance, care, handling and training of assigned K-9.
• Patrols building with K-9 and reports unusual situations or unauthorized individuals. 
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES

• Knowledge of modern law enforcement principles, practices, techniques, and equipment.
• High degree of integrity and work ethic.
• Knowledge of oral and written skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Assess, analyze, and manage risk factors in the face of uncertainty.
• Ability to work an irregular work schedule as required to perform duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to attend and successfully complete extended-length training to certify as a K9 detection team.
• Works with assigned K-9 to maintain overall GWCCA security and to protect staff, visitors and facilities. 
• As a K-9 team, patrols and responds to incidents at GWCCA, Mercedes Benz Stadium or other facility as directed by the Chief of Police or his designee.
• Provides emergency services and explosive detection capability. 
• Maintain proficiency in use of personal computer (PC) and related software and be proficient in record-keeping.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and technological developments in the K-9 and Law Enforcement field.
• Maintains proficiency and certification for self and K-9 in explosive detection in accordance with applicable laws and GWCCA policy.
• Maintain a physical fitness regimen; be a non-smoker or agree not to smoke in the presence of the canine. 
• Have the ability to provide suitable care, feeding, grooming and living conditions for canine i.e. detached housing with a yard and ability to house an outdoor, secure kennel (kennel supplied by the Department). 

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

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

WORKING CONDITIONS

Law Enforcement work can be very dangerous and stressful. In addition to the obvious dangers of confrontations with criminals, police officers need to be constantly alert and ready to deal appropriately with a number threatening situations. Officers frequently work weekends, holidays, and nights. Officers are expected to work at any time their services are needed and may work long hours standing post. Officers are expected to report for duty in full uniform with the appropriate and necessary equipment needed in the performance of their duty. All positions are required to work in inclement weather conditions if necessary.

BENEFITS

Georgia World Congress Center Authority offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package which includes extensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance coverage, paid vacation, paid state holidays, Flexible Spending Account options, a 401(k) plan with 5% match, on-site employee dining featuring below-market value pricing, free on-site parking, plus discounted prices on auto insurance, home insurance, pet insurance, technology, travel, attractions and much more!

To learn more about our culture and campus, visit us at www.gwcca.org.

The Authority is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such does not discriminate in hiring, promotions, or on terms or conditions of employment because of race, creed, color, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, marital status, eligibility for military service, disability, or for any other illegal purpose.