GWCC EXPLOSIVE ORDANCE DISPOSAL TECH (47167)

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ABOUT GEORGIA WORLD CONGRESS CENTER AUTHORITY

Georgia World Congress Center Authority (GWCCA) is a hub of culture and experiences. As a family of brands, The Authority is the parent company of Georgia World Congress Center, Centennial Olympic Park, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, Signia by Hilton Atlanta, and Savannah Convention Center. As a team member at The Authority, you understand that we are more than a venue; we’re a world stage for connection, innovation, and celebration.

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL TECH POSITION SUMMARY

The Authority is currently recruiting certified Explosive Ordnance Disposal Techs to join our team. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Tech is a sworn police employee certified by the Georgia Peace Officer Standards and Training (P.O.S.T.) as a police officer and has specialized EOD training and certification. The Explosive Ordnance Disposal Tech 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 Police Major.

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL TECH DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may experience intermittent exposure to unusual elements, such as extreme temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, unpleasant odors, toxic chemicals, electrical currents, pathogens, violent behavior, weapons, explosives, traffic, animals, and/or loud noises. Daily shifts will endure various degrees of walking, running, climbing, bending, standing, turning, stooping, crouching, kneeling, reaching, pushing and pulling, requiring a full range of body movements. This position may require work inside or outside of the building, as needed by events. Tasks include but are limited to working around moving parts, vehicles, equipment, carts, and materials handling, where extremely heightened awareness to surroundings and environment is essential in the preservation of life and property. Standard body gear and equipment applies in the preservation of life and property, as does special equipment based on assignment including, but not limited to, various types of body armor and safety gear.

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL TECH 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.
• Operates as a certified Explosive Ordnance Disposal Tech to provide explosives detection, remediation and specialized EOD response to GWCCA deliveries, vehicles entering upon or adjacent to GWCCA property, and sites of special events on GWCCA property or concerns.
• Operates EOD equipment when responding to special requests for explosive response based on unusual or suspicious circumstances.
• Responds to incidents at GWCCA, Mercedes Benz Stadium or other facility as directed by the Police Major, Chief of Police or designated official.
• Responsible for all maintenance, care, handling and training of assigned equipment.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL TECH 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 certified EOD technician.
• Works with assigned team to maintain overall GWCCA security and to protect staff, visitors and facilities.
• 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 EOD and Law Enforcement field.
• Maintains proficiency and certification in explosive detection and remediation in accordance with applicable laws and GWCCA policy

EXPLOSIVE ORDNANCE DISPOSAL TECH 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.
• Police EOD Technician certification in good standing
• PBLE/PRPP Certification

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