Police K9 Handler

Cobb County School District is seeking qualified applicants for the following position(s): Police K9 Handler Location: Department of Public Safety Primary Function: Provides individual and property protection; controls campus of the school for safety and security purposes; monitors and controls school sites and parking; coordinates safety and security for all school activities and other activities. Requirements: 1.Educational Level: High School Diploma or High School Equivalent required2.Certification/License Required: Georgia POST certified and in good standing with POST requirements; successfully meets all requirements of an extensive background investigation and assessment, including driver's history and criminal history information; meets all training requirements and standards as established by the chief of police3.Experience Must be 21 years of age with prior Law Enforcement experience.4.Physical Activities: Capable of actions required in rigorous training required by the police academy and other required law enforcement training5.Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; meets and maintains all standards of the CCSD Police Department to carry a service weapon. Must successfully pass the following entrance exams, polygraph, psychological, physical fitness, agility, drug screening, and medical; remain available for calls and assignments during emergencies, graduations, patrol operations, summer school activities, special events and all critical workdays6.Capable of providing cohabitation or reasonable living accommodations for the assigned canine.