Police Officer (Uniformed Division) Canine Explosives Detection Team

Join the Secret Service as a K9 Handler, a demanding federal role requiring specialized K9 experience, exceptional physical fitness, and the ability to secure a Top-Secret Clearance.

• *Key Responsibilities:**
• Handle and work with K9s for detection purposes (e.g., explosives, narcotics).
• Perform duties requiring significant physical exertion, including working with firearms and in varied environmental conditions.
• Ensure public safety under demanding circumstances.
• *Minimum Qualifications:**
• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Age 20 at application, 21 at time of appointment.
• **Specialized K9 Experience (ONE of the following):**

* **Military:** Current or former Military Working Dog handler with explosive detection experience and successful completion of requisite K9 training. * **Law Enforcement:** Certified K9 handler/trainer (state, local, or federal) with experience in explosive or narcotics detection.

• Ability to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Security Clearance.
• *Physical & Medical Requirements:**
• Pass the Applicant Physical Abilities Test (APAT) comprising push-ups, sit-ups, Illinois Agility Run, and a 1.5-mile run.
• Hearing loss must not exceed 25 decibels in either ear at specified frequencies.
• Possess strong manual dexterity, full range of motion, and excellent emotional/mental stability.
• Meet general medical requirements for arduous physical exertion and duty performance.
• *Application & Employment Process:**
• Successful completion of a multi-phase assessment including: entrance examination, APAT, interviews, credit check, security interview, polygraph, drug screening, and a comprehensive background investigation.
• A 2-year trial period is a condition of employment.
• Strict adherence to U.S. Secret Service drug policy.
• Applicants must use their official name on the application as it appears on government identification. Veterans' preference is applied.