Dog Handler

1 week ago

Canberra, ACT, Australia ACT Government Full time

ACT Corrective Services (ACTCS) is looking for a suitably qualified person with demonstrated life experience, personal integrity, self-confidence and exceptional communication skills to become a Dog Handler (Correctional Officer Class 1), at the Alexander Maconochie Centre.

This position supports ACTCS Drug Reduction Strategy and AMC barrier controls, by providing a front-line drug detection capability.


The successful applicant will be responsible for the deployment of Corrections Search Dogs and for managing the health, welfare and fitness of the dog in all operational and environmental conditions.


In addition, you will maintain security, detection and barrier control activities within a custodial facility and provide reports and recommendations for actions based on findings, including search operations within custodial Units and service and industrial areas.

You will also be required to monitor detainee communications to identify potential contraband introductions.


Further to this, you will liaise and work collaboratively with the Security Team and Intelligence Unit to develop strategies for the reduction of drug/contraband introduction to the prison.


To be successful, you will demonstrate an interest in community safety, the ability to operate effectively in a team, as well as having the capacity to deal with people from a wide range of cultures and backgrounds.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.


Eligibility/other requirements:

  • Certificate III in Correctional Practice (Custodial) must be held or able to be attained within 12 months of date of entry to service.
  • Ability to meet physical/endurance requirements (successful applicants will be required to undergo a physical fitness assessment) for the position.
  • A Doctor's certificate will be required to complete physical requirements.
  • Completion of mandatory Dog Handler Training Course and refresher/ongoing training as required.
  • Current unrestricted driver's licence and Senior First Aid Certificate are essential requirements.
  • Applicants will be required to house an ACTCS vehicle and an ACTCS dog in a secure yard.
  • Eligible applicants will be required to undergo preemployment psychological testing and medical testing and a Police Record check.
  • Prior to commencing this role, a current registration issued under the _Working with Vulnerable People (Background Checking) Act 2011_ is required. For further information on Working with Vulnerable People registration refer to
  • Working with vulnerable people (WWVP) registration )

How to Apply:

To apply, applicants are required to submit three items: (1) a one to three page written response addressing the professional/technical skills and knowledge, behavioural capabilities, having regard for the job requirements; (2) a current curriculum vitae including the names and contact details of two referees (one should be a current Supervisor/Manager); and (3) a copy of their drivers licence.

Please ensure you submit all required items.

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