NSWSO - Chief Inspector - FEDD Manager
Core
Lead and manage the procurement, training, and accreditation of detection dogs and handlers to support court security and enforcement operations for the NSW Sheriff's Office.
Role type
Senior operational manager (working dog unit)
Builds
Specialist detection dog teams for law enforcement and court security
Domain
Law enforcement / Public safety / Animal operations
Required skills
Managing procurement of working dogs, training and managing operational dog teams, implementing operational strategies and SOPs, knowledge of detection dog practices and accreditation standards, leading staff training and fitness oversight, maintaining animal welfare and safety compliance
Preferred skills
Experience with explosive detection dogs, accredited agency working-dog course completion
Technologies
None stated
Responsibilities
Lead procurement of dogs and maintain accreditation standards, train and develop FEDD unit staff, oversee handler fitness and psychometric standards, monitor welfare and safety of staff and animals, ensure compliance with legislation and animal husbandry requirements
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
