K9 Handler - Sheriff's Office

Description

The K-9 Handler performs law enforcement work to include the care of a police K-9. Work involves patrolling the County in an official vehicle to deter crime, secure evidence, apprehend violators or suspects and prepare prosecution of criminal offenders. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary according to areas of assignment. Employee is subject to the usual hazards of general law enforcement work.

Examples of Duties

Enforces all the laws of the state and applicable federal laws.

Performs a variety of investigative work; collecting evidence, conducting interviews and following up on leads.

Assist with instructing Canine Encounters training courses to certified law enforcement officers.

Attends court and presents evidence and testimony as necessary.

Cares for and maintains police K-9 in compliance with customs, practices, policies, and law pertaining to the utilization of a K-9 in a law enforcement role.

Trains K-9 and documents K-9 training, and provides court room testimony as a result of K-9 assisted investigations.

Provides an environment for the K-9 that places a priority on the health and safety of the K-9 and the community at large.

Regular and punctual attendance is required.

Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Certification as a Peace Officer in the State of Texas required. Depending on area of assignment, other certifications and licenses may be required.

Possession of a valid driver's license. Must be able to obtain a State of Texas driver's license within 90 days.

Must be able to pass a State Criminal History background check.

High School Diploma or GED and a minimum of three years of patrol experience; or an equivalent combination of patrol experience, education and related experience required.

Completion of some college level course work preferred.

Must reside in an adequately fenced, single-family residence (minimum 5-foot high fence with locking gates)

Supplemental Information

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Denton County offers a full range of employee benefit programs for eligible employees, retirees, and their families. These programs include group health plans for medical and dental coverage; an Employee Assistance Program (EAP); life; disability, and long term care insurance; and flexible spending accounts for health care and dependent care reimbursements. The County also provides retirement benefits. Full time employees participate in the Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS), and employees may also participate in a retirement savings program (Deferred Compensation). In addition to these "basic employee benefits" and retirement services, employees benefit from a variety of other programs including 12 paid holidays, Tuition Reimbursement, a Wellness Program, and more.

*Note: These benefits are not includedfor Community Supervision and Corrections Department (CSCD) employees, or any Denton County Part-Time employee.

Denton Countyis an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, mental or physical disability, age, national origin or veteran status.

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeosp.pdf

Family Medical Leave:Denton Countyemployees who have been employed for one year and who have worked 1250 hours in the preceding year may be eligible for up to twelve weeks of FMLA leave.
The FMLA provides for up to 12 weeks of job-protected leave

• for the birth, adoption, or placement of a child for foster care
• to care for a child, spouse, or parent with a serious health condition
• for an employee with a serious health condition

Employees who will be away from work for one of these reasons should contact Human Resources for additional information. When possible, an employee should provide at least 30 days advance notice. In the case of an emergency, notification should be made as soon as possible.

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlaen.pdf

https://www.dol.gov/whd/regs/compliance/posters/fmlasp.pdf

Closing Date/Time: Continuous

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• Denton County

• 940-349-3088

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