Canine Handler Security Officer

Security Officer

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. The successful candidate for this role will be expected to work overtime on a regular basis.

Job Accountabilities :

• 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

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Job Shift : Day / Evening / Night

Schedule : Full Time

Shift Hours : 8

Days of the Week : Variable

Weekend Requirements : As Needed

Benefits : Yes

Unions : No

Position Status : Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours : 40

Employee Status : Regular

Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE / M / F / Disability / Veterans.

Pay Range is $52.44 to $78.66 / hour

The salary range for this role may vary above or below the posted range as determined by location. Compensation takes into account several factors including but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure and certifications, department equity, training and organizational needs. Base pay is just one piece of the total rewards program offered by Sutter Health. Eligible roles also qualify for a comprehensive benefits package.