Canine Handler Security Officer
About The Position
Ensures the safety and security of patients, guests, employees, and property by enforcing policies and procedures in a professional and courteous manner. This role includes general security duties and specialized canine handling responsibilities. These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
Requirements
- HS-High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)
- DL - Valid Driver’s License if required to operate Sutter Health vehicles
- PSO - Proprietary Private Security Officer
- CPI - Crisis Prevention Institute certification
- 5 years of experience in Security, Law Enforcement, or Military
- 3 years of experience as a certified K-9 handler
- Proficiency in computer and Windows-based applications for data entry and information retrieval.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Technical knowledge of canine behavior, handling techniques, and emergency first aid for canines.
- Ability to recognize and differentiate between canine and zoonotic diseases communicable to humans.
- Knowledge of Adam’s Law and Megan’s Law.
- Ability to work effectively in a team and maintain composure in stressful situations.
- Basic knowledge of criminal and civil laws and investigative procedures.
Nice To Haves
- K-9 Training within 90 days of hire
Responsibilities
- Conduct facility patrols, lock/unlock buildings, and respond to security incidents
- Locate missing patients and mitigate criminal activity
- Enforce security regulations to ensure the safety of all persons and property
- Conduct regular health assessments and preventative medicine for the canine
- Administer emergency first aid measures to the canine
- Conduct daily inspections of the canine to detect early signs of illness, disease, or injury
- Maintain an ongoing preventative medicine program for the canine’s overall health care
- Train and maintain the canine’s proficiency in obedience, scent detection, and security functions
- Utilize the canine for firearms and explosive detection in accordance with security policies
- Assist in de-escalation efforts and behavioral health response
- Participate in emergency response and preparedness drills
- Perform routine security duties including crime prevention, de-escalation, safety enforcement, and report writing
- Provide public demonstrations of canine capabilities to educate and enhance security presence
- Maintain compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and accreditation standards
- Maintain detailed records of canine training, medical care, and deployment activities
- Adhere to safe canine handling practices and ensure the proper care, feeding, and housing of the canine
Benefits
- Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
