Security Officer K9 Handler PRN

As a team, the Officer and K9 tours and inspects facilities and grounds frequently to assist in maintaining a safer and more secure environment.

Assists associates with security related matters. Responds to all emergency codes for security assistance.

Investigates and completes written K9 utilization reports of complaints, critical security incidents and unusual activities involving patients, associates and visitors;

submits all reports to the security leadership by the end of the shift in which the report occurs. Maintains an accurate log of all relevant security activities during each shift.

Maintain accurate K9 training records and monthly activities.

• Checks unoccupied areas. Escorts patients, visitors and associates. Assists clinical staff with patient room searches (presence, or detection if K9 has skill set) and in restraining and handling disruptive patients.
• Presents a professional appearance and demeanor at all times. Follows instructions and is aware of and follows safe work practices.

Must satisfactorily complete competencies as required by the department during the conditional period. Is able to demonstrate and successfully use all required competencies annually.

• Assists with special projects as assigned. Acts a role model and leader for other Officers. May be assigned to assist the K9 Trainer with training new K9 Officers.
• Provides daily care of the K9 to include feeding, exercising, grooming, medical care, and cleaning of the K9s kennel. Keep the K9 physically fit through training and exercise.

Keep the K9 at an acceptable level of readiness to be able to pass K9 evaluations. May perform public demonstrations as a K9 team.

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards.

Provides all customers of SCL Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Associates degree in related discipline, preferred
• Colorado Security Officer Licensing Requirements is required upon hire or must obtain within 180 days of hire
• National Police Canine Association Standards for Training & Certifications is required upon hire or must be obtained within 180 days of hire
• National Police Canine Association certification. Colorado or local jurisdictional Security Officer / Guard licensure or certification, preferred
• Workplace Violence Prevention certification, preferred
• Two (2) years experience in canine handling, Security operations or canine security team management experience, required
• Three (3) years of Healthcare Security program management and security team leadership experience, preferred

Organization : St Mary's Medical Center

Primary Location : Grand Junction, CO

FTE : .025

Schedule : Part-time

Shift : Evening

Job # : 11425

Salary : $16.00 $24.88 hourly

Last updated : 2024-05-02