Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, provides rewarding careers that give you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, diverse and inclusive workplace, you will be part of a team that fuels a culture that will reflect in our communities and customers we serve. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, retirement plan, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions!

Now Hiring an Armed K9 Officer for a Premium Shopping Mall in Garden City, NY!

Previous canine experience not required, training provided

Daily care allowance for canine care (Plus all training and equipment)

Pay Rate: $27.50 / hour

Take home company vehicle

Company provided equipment

Are you Ready to make a difference as a canine handler in your community?!

Allied Universal® is hiring a Retail K9 Security Officer. The K9 Officer is accountable for the delivery of K9 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 K9 Officer must maintain K9 Team training standards (as established by Allied Universal), training coordination/administration, tracking K9 team financials, and vehicle maintenance records.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Deploy and patrol with K9 at assigned work sites

Conduct routine and prescribed searches utilizing the K9

Maintain K9 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 K9 tactics

Act as a liaison with clients, senior corporate staff, and Allied Universal® field management

Develop and deliver K9 demonstrations to new clients and the general public

National travel, as necessary

QUALIFICATIONS (MUST HAVE):

High school diploma or equivalent

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)

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

Maintain K9 team certifications as required by Allied Universal

Post hire, must successfully complete 9 weeks of training to include:

National K9 certifications

Operational K9 Training

Defense tactics

Firearms training

First Aid and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)

OC Spray

ASP Baton

Driver’s training

Minimum of three (3) years of security experience

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 Personal Digital Assistants, Nextel phones/pagers, mail merges, Access databases, Outlook, and Internet applications

Articulate and able to use independent judgment and discretion

Outstanding oral and written interpersonal communication skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

Prior experience in dual purpose (patrol/detection) K9 handling

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

Armed Security – (private or contracted)

BENEFITS:

Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions

Schedules that fit with your personal life goals

Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities

Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

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: 2025-1325435

Location: United States-New York-Garden City

Job Category: Canine Handler, Security Officer, Armed Security