Law Enforcement K-9 Handler (Miami)

Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia•Miami, FL

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Works with assigned K-9 to protect and safeguard the premises, property, personnel, and operations of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta. As a K-9 team, responds to incidents on Bank property, provides emergency services and explosive detection capability. This position is an essential function of the Bank.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Must have a valid driver's license and a clear driving record.
Availability to work nights, weekends, holidays or extended hours during emergency or crisis situations.
Effective oral and written communication skills with all levels of the organization.
Proven ability to remain customer focused and calm in stressful situations is required.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage time and multiple priorities to completion.
Problem solving skills with an analytical thought process.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree or 2 years of experience preferred.
Two years prior law enforcement or 2 years of K-9 experience preferred.
Documented experience handling an explosive detection dog in an operational environment.
Prior civilian or military K9 handler experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintains designation required to operate as a law enforcement officer pursuant to the authority given the Board of Governors by Section 11 (q) of the Federal Reserve Act and the Uniform Regulations for Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officers.
Meets minimum requirements of all department standards and training requirements.
Operates as a law enforcement K-9 handler to provide explosives detection screening of all Federal Reserve deliveries, vehicles entering upon or adjacent to Bank property, sites of special events on Bank property, and routinely patrols Bank property and grounds.
Responds to special requests for explosive detection based on unusual or suspicious circumstances.
Maintains proficiency and certification for self and K-9 in explosive detection in accordance with applicable laws and Federal Reserve policy.
Responsible for all maintenance, care, handling and training of assigned K-9.
Maintains proficiency in all aspects of key responsibilities such as: operating policies, weapons (lethal and non-lethal), use of force applications, physical security equipment, first aid and CPR/AED, firefighting techniques, civil disorders, and public relations.
Responds to alarms, accidents, and incidents, accurately report associated facts in writing, and performs follow up duties as directed.
Must exhibit reasonable judgment over life safety issues, the discrete handling of detected weapons and/or explosive devices and the proper handling of sensitive information and incidents.
Could be required to testify in court in response to a subpoena regarding accidents or incidents.
Maintains proficiency in use of computer and related software, computerized access and control systems, video surveillance equipment, x-ray and metal screening equipment and various alarm systems.
Maintains knowledge of current trends and technological developments in the K-9 and Law Enforcement field.
Performs additional duties in support of law enforcement operations as directed by management.