Security Officer K-9
GENERAL
Summary:
The K-9 Officer performs a variety of duties and tasks related to customer service and maintaining a secure and orderly environment and protection of the grounds. The K-9 Officer works in tandem with a canine partner. The K-9 Team regularly patrols hospital property, screens visitors and performs other activities relating to the safety and security of staff, patients and visitors. The K-9 Team protects hospital property, employees, patients and visitors against fire, theft, vandalism, aggressive individuals and other illegal or unauthorized activities. The K-9 Team is responsible for 24-hour on-call response where their presence is likely to aid in a favorable resolution. The K-9 Officer maintains 24-hour responsibility for his/her canine partner ensuring a healthy environment at work and home, inclusive of proper feeding, bathing, grooming, social activities, exercise, training, regular physical inspections, medical care and the like. The K-9 Team participates in regularly scheduled training programs and exercises designed to improve the proficiency of the handler and dog and accustom the canine to react and perform in various situations and environments. The K-9 Team may participate in joint K-9 events and activities in conjunction with local police and other external agencies. This position may require Public Act 330 certification and will have the ability to arrest for misdemeanors offenses and will be required to complete the Michigan State Police PA330 certification requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Regularly monitors conditions and activities while patrolling the hospital facility. Ensures relevant Beaumont policies are followed and violations are reported.
2. Takes responsibility for anticipating, recognizing and appraising safety/security risks and hazards; initiates appropriate action to reduce or remove them.
3. Responds appropriately to a variety of potential and/or real emergencies, alarms and extraordinary events (e.g. patient standby/restraint, person with weapons, fire and building alarms, medical emergencies, etc.)
4. Determines, once on the scene, whether or not his/her canine is to be utilized based on the handlers assessment of the situation and knowledge of the dog's capabilities.
5. Responds to complaints generated by security dispatch, staff, patients and visitors (e.g. suspicious activity, improper access, larceny, lost property, etc.) and investigates same, writes related security reports.
6. Exposes, introduces and manages the canine in a variety of environments and situations within the hospital. Regularly interacts and is approachable by patients, visitors and staff. May use the canine to assist with a variety of patient and visitor social and therapeutic needs.
7. Completes routine daily log and /or investigation reports as required, documents non-routine activities for referral and data collection to supervision.
8. Maintains all security equipment in working conditions inclusive of all canine equipment.
9. Participates in public appearances and educational demonstrations as authorized by the Director.
10. Assists Emergency Center staff with Hazmat/Decontamination procedures providing security and maintaining order in the decontamination areas.
11. Uses proactive non-violent verbal de-escalation skills to neutralize volatile situations without escalating the event into a violent incident. Uses defensive tactics if necessary to safeguard lives and well-being of staff, patients and visitors. Ensures the safety of the canine during all activities.
12. May make arrests for felonies or misdemeanors dependent on PA 330 status. Writes hospital and/or City parking tickets where authorized.
13. May carry and use Taser while on duty if qualified under BH Security Department policy.
14. May provide CPR/first aid in the event of a medical emergency on campus or common areas until trained medical staff arrives from the Hospital Emergency Department or Local Fire Department/CEMS as per the 250 yard rule of Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA).
15. Provides for and ensures the safety and comfort of the canine provides appropriate rest periods, water, and cooling, etc. while on assigned shifts.
16. Maintains the working proficiency and training of his/her canine and is held accountable for the proper use of the dog. Participates in all formal training and socialization activities. Continues training and socialization of the canine off-shift.
17. Regards the canine as a member of the family unit and is responsible 24/7 for the canine. Provides for ensures safe and friendly interactions with the family unit.
18. Participates in marketing and public events with the canine to support and promote awareness and acceptance of the K-9 Team and program.
19. Testifies at legal proceedings when necessary.
20. Maintains and ensures the safety of the canine during all activities both on and off-duty/shift.
21. Performs daily and regular grooming activities of his/her canine. Provides active play and work time for the canine on a daily basis.
22. Schedules and ensures the canine receives a yearly examination by the department selected licensed veterinarian. Ensures the canine is treated immediately for any sickness or injury.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:
1. Supports the Mission, Value and Vision of Beaumont Health (BH). Demonstrates personal commitment through active involvement in the performance improvement process.
2. Exhibits excellent customer service skills and behaviors toward internal and external customers and co-workers. Promotes positive public relations with patients/residents, family members, guests, and others.
3. Supports and adheres to all Beaumont Health's customer service, service excellence, and performance standards. Supports and participates with all required compliance standards that may be department specific and/or identified by the organizations including in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress code.
4. Adheres to HIPAA requirements and maintains confidentiality of all data, including patient/resident, employee and operations information.
5. Supports and participates in a collaborative team oriented environment cooperates and works together with all co-workers, plans and completes job duties, uses appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations and follows up as appropriate regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
6. Supports, cooperates with and demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules including universal precautions - reports and prevents/corrects unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and departmental safety programs.
7. Completes all required compliance standards that may be department specific and/or identified by the organization.
8. Maintains current licensure, registration and/or certification, as applicable, at all times.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
A. Education / Training: High school diploma or GED, OCC Criminal Justice Center canine handler graduated, PA 330 (arrest authority), graduate of aggressive behavior management verbal and physical intervention. Successfully trained, completion of 12-week in-house training.
B. Work
Experience: Requires a minimum of two years in a public or proprietary security organization, military security experience as part of the armed forces or public police experience. K-9 experience is preferred.
C. Certification, Licensure, Registration: Requires a Valid and unrestricted Michigan Operator's License. Concealed Pistol License (CPL) holders maintaining a current license highly desired; may be authorized to carry a Taser, after training, if approved by the Director.
Within 90 days of placement, must successfully complete certification and maintain continued competencies in: Michigan PA330 Certification, Defense Tactics, Basic Life Support, CPR, AED and basic first aid, Hazmat/Decontamination, Patient Physical Management/Restraint, use of handcuffs, chemical agent spray, proactive non-violent verbal de-escalation.
Requires successful completion of K-9 Team proficiency assessments by an accredited K-9 Academy/Trainer at least every two years.
Requires ability to spend the requisite number of weekly, monthly and annual hours as dictated by department policies and procedures to maintain all K-9 certifications to operate on Beaumont Health properties.
D. Other
Qualifications: A professional appearance and attitude is required. Must adhere and comply with all uniform requirements. Must be able to take charge and direct others in emergencies or other dangerous incidents. Must be able to house, groom, feed, transport and train a canine. Must be physically capable of working with and caring for the canine both physically and mentally, 24 hours/7 days week/365 days a year. Must be able to commit to the terms and conditions of the K-9 Officer and make a 3 year commitment to the program.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Summary:
The K-9 Officer performs a variety of duties and tasks related to customer service and maintaining a secure and orderly environment and protection of the grounds. The K-9 Officer works in tandem with a canine partner. The K-9 Team regularly patrols hospital property, screens visitors and performs other activities relating to the safety and security of staff, patients and visitors. The K-9 Team protects hospital property, employees, patients and visitors against fire, theft, vandalism, aggressive individuals and other illegal or unauthorized activities. The K-9 Team is responsible for 24-hour on-call response where their presence is likely to aid in a favorable resolution. The K-9 Officer maintains 24-hour responsibility for his/her canine partner ensuring a healthy environment at work and home, inclusive of proper feeding, bathing, grooming, social activities, exercise, training, regular physical inspections, medical care and the like. The K-9 Team participates in regularly scheduled training programs and exercises designed to improve the proficiency of the handler and dog and accustom the canine to react and perform in various situations and environments. The K-9 Team may participate in joint K-9 events and activities in conjunction with local police and other external agencies. This position may require Public Act 330 certification and will have the ability to arrest for misdemeanors offenses and will be required to complete the Michigan State Police PA330 certification requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
1. Regularly monitors conditions and activities while patrolling the hospital facility. Ensures relevant Beaumont policies are followed and violations are reported.
2. Takes responsibility for anticipating, recognizing and appraising safety/security risks and hazards; initiates appropriate action to reduce or remove them.
3. Responds appropriately to a variety of potential and/or real emergencies, alarms and extraordinary events (e.g. patient standby/restraint, person with weapons, fire and building alarms, medical emergencies, etc.)
4. Determines, once on the scene, whether or not his/her canine is to be utilized based on the handlers assessment of the situation and knowledge of the dog's capabilities.
5. Responds to complaints generated by security dispatch, staff, patients and visitors (e.g. suspicious activity, improper access, larceny, lost property, etc.) and investigates same, writes related security reports.
6. Exposes, introduces and manages the canine in a variety of environments and situations within the hospital. Regularly interacts and is approachable by patients, visitors and staff. May use the canine to assist with a variety of patient and visitor social and therapeutic needs.
7. Completes routine daily log and /or investigation reports as required, documents non-routine activities for referral and data collection to supervision.
8. Maintains all security equipment in working conditions inclusive of all canine equipment.
9. Participates in public appearances and educational demonstrations as authorized by the Director.
10. Assists Emergency Center staff with Hazmat/Decontamination procedures providing security and maintaining order in the decontamination areas.
11. Uses proactive non-violent verbal de-escalation skills to neutralize volatile situations without escalating the event into a violent incident. Uses defensive tactics if necessary to safeguard lives and well-being of staff, patients and visitors. Ensures the safety of the canine during all activities.
12. May make arrests for felonies or misdemeanors dependent on PA 330 status. Writes hospital and/or City parking tickets where authorized.
13. May carry and use Taser while on duty if qualified under BH Security Department policy.
14. May provide CPR/first aid in the event of a medical emergency on campus or common areas until trained medical staff arrives from the Hospital Emergency Department or Local Fire Department/CEMS as per the 250 yard rule of Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act (EMTALA).
15. Provides for and ensures the safety and comfort of the canine provides appropriate rest periods, water, and cooling, etc. while on assigned shifts.
16. Maintains the working proficiency and training of his/her canine and is held accountable for the proper use of the dog. Participates in all formal training and socialization activities. Continues training and socialization of the canine off-shift.
17. Regards the canine as a member of the family unit and is responsible 24/7 for the canine. Provides for ensures safe and friendly interactions with the family unit.
18. Participates in marketing and public events with the canine to support and promote awareness and acceptance of the K-9 Team and program.
19. Testifies at legal proceedings when necessary.
20. Maintains and ensures the safety of the canine during all activities both on and off-duty/shift.
21. Performs daily and regular grooming activities of his/her canine. Provides active play and work time for the canine on a daily basis.
22. Schedules and ensures the canine receives a yearly examination by the department selected licensed veterinarian. Ensures the canine is treated immediately for any sickness or injury.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.
STANDARD REQUIREMENTS:
1. Supports the Mission, Value and Vision of Beaumont Health (BH). Demonstrates personal commitment through active involvement in the performance improvement process.
2. Exhibits excellent customer service skills and behaviors toward internal and external customers and co-workers. Promotes positive public relations with patients/residents, family members, guests, and others.
3. Supports and adheres to all Beaumont Health's customer service, service excellence, and performance standards. Supports and participates with all required compliance standards that may be department specific and/or identified by the organizations including in-service training, acceptable attendance, uniform and dress code.
4. Adheres to HIPAA requirements and maintains confidentiality of all data, including patient/resident, employee and operations information.
5. Supports and participates in a collaborative team oriented environment cooperates and works together with all co-workers, plans and completes job duties, uses appropriate communications in sensitive and emotional situations and follows up as appropriate regarding reported complaints, problems and concerns.
6. Supports, cooperates with and demonstrates safe work practices and attitudes, follows safety rules including universal precautions - reports and prevents/corrects unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and departmental safety programs.
7. Completes all required compliance standards that may be department specific and/or identified by the organization.
8. Maintains current licensure, registration and/or certification, as applicable, at all times.
STANDARD QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
A. Education / Training: High school diploma or GED, OCC Criminal Justice Center canine handler graduated, PA 330 (arrest authority), graduate of aggressive behavior management verbal and physical intervention. Successfully trained, completion of 12-week in-house training.
B. Work
Experience: Requires a minimum of two years in a public or proprietary security organization, military security experience as part of the armed forces or public police experience. K-9 experience is preferred.
C. Certification, Licensure, Registration: Requires a Valid and unrestricted Michigan Operator's License. Concealed Pistol License (CPL) holders maintaining a current license highly desired; may be authorized to carry a Taser, after training, if approved by the Director.
Within 90 days of placement, must successfully complete certification and maintain continued competencies in: Michigan PA330 Certification, Defense Tactics, Basic Life Support, CPR, AED and basic first aid, Hazmat/Decontamination, Patient Physical Management/Restraint, use of handcuffs, chemical agent spray, proactive non-violent verbal de-escalation.
Requires successful completion of K-9 Team proficiency assessments by an accredited K-9 Academy/Trainer at least every two years.
Requires ability to spend the requisite number of weekly, monthly and annual hours as dictated by department policies and procedures to maintain all K-9 certifications to operate on Beaumont Health properties.
D. Other
Qualifications: A professional appearance and attitude is required. Must adhere and comply with all uniform requirements. Must be able to take charge and direct others in emergencies or other dangerous incidents. Must be able to house, groom, feed, transport and train a canine. Must be physically capable of working with and caring for the canine both physically and mentally, 24 hours/7 days week/365 days a year. Must be able to commit to the terms and conditions of the K-9 Officer and make a 3 year commitment to the program.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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