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　　Hiring K9 Officers Now!

　　Ready to make a difference as a canine handler.

　　Previous canine experience not required, training provided.

　　This specific site/contract provides a company vehicle

　　Hourly Pay Rate: $33.21

　　Required for this position minimum of two years one of these qualifications’ military, law enforcement or corrections.

　　MSA Security, an Allied Universal® Company, is hiring a K-9 Officer. The K-9 Officer is accountable for the delivery of K-9 Services for assigned sites. This role is responsible and accountable for assigned deployments and established patrols, and the care, custody, and control of a company-owned canine, to include but not limited to, proper housing and transportation standards. The K-9 Officer must maintain K-9 Team training standards (as established by Allied Universal), training coordination/administration, tracking K-9 team financials, and vehicle maintenance records.

　　RESPONSIBILITIES:

　　• Deploy and patrol with K-9 at assigned work sites

　　• Conduct routine and prescribed searches utilizing the K-9

　　• Maintain K-9 Team training standards

　　• Administrative duties, such as but not limited to, cost tracking, accident/incident reports, daily activity logs, training logs, and vehicle maintenance logs

　　• Maintain an expansive and contemporary knowledge in K-9 tactics

　　• Liaison with clients, senior corporate staff, and Allied Universal® field management

　　• Develop and deliver K-9 demonstrations to new clients and the general public

　　• National travel, as necessary

　　• Maintain K-9 team certifications as required by Allied Universal®

　　QUALIFICATIONS:

　　High school diploma or equivalent

　　Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment

　　Must possess a valid Driver’s License with at least one year of driving experience, a clean driving record (no major violations within last 36 months, no more than 1 accident in last 24 months, no more than one minor moving violation in last 24 months), a minimum level of insurance as required by Company policy, and the ability to safely operate a vehicle required

　　Must possess a minimum of two (2) years in one or more of the following:

　　Service in any military branch (including Guard and Reserve)

　　Law enforcement role, with a completed accredited Law Enforcement Academy (Municipal/State/Federal)

　　Municipal or federal correctional officer, including attending a full-time accredited LE/Corrections Academy (must have enforcement responsibilities)

　　Other:

　　Demonstrated ability to take initiative, successfully handle and prioritize multiple competing assignments and effectively manage deadlines

　　Highly organized and able to keep management on track with required information available at all times

　　Proficient and fully functional in all Microsoft Office applications and able to effectively utilize all available office management technology including PDAs, Nextel phones/pagers, mail merges, Access databases, Outlook, and Internet applications

　　Professional, articulate, and able to use good independent judgment and discretion

　　Outstanding oral and written interpersonal communication skills

　　OTHER RELATED ATTRIBUTES THAT WOULD ENHANCE HIRING CONSIDERATION:

　　These are other criteria that may enhance the hiring decision but would not rule out the candidate for consideration if not present.

　　Prior experience in dual purpose (patrol/detection) K-9 handling

　　A combination of formal education, training, and skills possessed by an individual with related coursework and practical work experience in security, military and/or the law enforcement industry

　　PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND ENVIRONMENT:

　　Interior and exterior work environment with exposure to extreme heat or cold expected

　　Major activities include walking, running, standing, stooping, kneeling

　　Physical effort: raising arms to direct the canine, climbing stairs; ability to maneuver up to 100 lbs. (to maintain control of the canine)

　　Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law

　　Must be able to submit to background check to the extent permissible by law

　　Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions

　　PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

　　Prior experience in dual purpose (patrol/detection) K-9 handling

　　A combination of formal education, training, and skills possessed by an individual with related coursework and practical work experience in security, military and/or the law enforcement industry

　　Employees are eligible for the following benefits:

　　Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

　　Supplemental health (accident, critical illness, and hospital)

　　401(k)

　　Legal plan

　　Employee Discount, Employee Assistance, Recognition and Rewards and Tuition Discount Programs

　　Annually – vacation accrued at 1 hr. per 25 hours worked

　　Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

　　If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

　　Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

　　If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices .

　　Job ID: 2024-1152912

　　Location: United States-California-Milpitas

　　Job Category: Canine Handler, MSA