Canine Security Officer

Mercy Medical Center, Baltimore, MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Canine Security Officer to enhance safety within its facilities. This role involves utilizing a canine partner to patrol and secure the environment, ensuring the safety of patients, visitors, and staff. Candidates should have a solid background in law enforcement or security, with a preference for those experienced in canine handling. Join a team that values integrity, teamwork, and effective communication, while enjoying a range of benefits including health and wellness programs. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a vital healthcare setting.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Tuition reimbursement

Mental health resources

Disability benefits

Employee discounts

Recognition programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years in law enforcement or public contract security.
• Experience with security/law enforcement canine handling preferred.

Responsibilities

• Utilize a canine to ensure a secure environment for patient care.
• Patrol buildings, property, and grounds to protect patients and staff.

Skills

Canine handling

Law enforcement experience

Communication skills

Computer proficiency

Decision-making

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Outlook

Meditech

Epic

Performance Manager/NetLearning

Job description

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Summary

The Security Canine Officer will utilize a canine animal in the performance of his/her duties to provide a secure environment for patient care functions of the Medical Center by protecting patients, visitors, and staff through the patrol of buildings, property, and grounds. The Officer will respond to, evaluate, and assist with mitigating any security-related issues.

Requirements

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Must possess a minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement or public contract security, or one year of healthcare security experience.
• Experience with and knowledge of security/law enforcement canine handling is preferred.

License & Certification Requirements:

• Must be able to obtain a Special Police Commission through the City of Baltimore Police Department.
• Must attend training provided by the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) as a Healthcare Security Officer when given the opportunity by the Medical Center to attend.
• Must successfully complete the canine handler course of instruction provided by Mercy Medical Center.
• Must have a valid Maryland Driver's License, or a valid driver's license from a neighboring state jurisdiction (PA, DC), if this is their primary residence. Note: Employee is not permitted to have a suspended or revoked Maryland License on file even if their home state license is valid.

Other Requirements

• Computer proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, Meditech, Epic, Performance Manager/NetLearning.
• Ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Ability to work independently, make decisions, and communicate effectively.
• Flexibility, integrity, teamwork skills, and good interpersonal communication.
• Knowledge of security duties, use of security equipment, laws governing arrest, trespassing, and investigation procedures.
• Ability to operate access control and CCTV systems.
• Willingness to work varied schedules, including weekends, holidays, and extended periods when needed.
• Ability to provide a suitable environment for a canine as approved by the Mercy Canine Unit Captain and Director of Security.

Benefits

Eligibility based on FTE status and Job Category, including health, dental, vision, wellness credits, 403(b) plan, PTO, holidays, tuition reimbursement, mental health resources, disability benefits, voluntary benefits, discounts, and recognition programs.

EEO Statement

Mercy Health Services is sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) recruiting talent for Mercy Health Services, serving the greater Baltimore Metro and surrounding Maryland areas.