Please attach a cover letter to the first page of your resume, addressing your specific interest in the position and DPSS. Outline the skills directly relevant to this role.

If selected to move forward in the process, you may be contacted through E-mail by Spark Hire (video interview vendor) and may submit a video presentation answering pre-screening questions at no cost to you.

**You must pass a comprehensive public safety background investigation, psychological evaluation, physical and drug screening**

• All MMS Security Officer duties
• Compliance with all Michigan Medicine and DPSS policies to work in tandem with a canine partner to protect hospital property, employees, patients, and visitors
• Using the canine to perform explosives detection sweeps of Michigan Medicine-owned or controlled properties
• Using the canine to perform explosives detection sweeps of other University of Michigan properties when authorized by MMS leadership
• Abiding by infection control policies to schedule and oversee animal-assisted therapeutic interactions with patients
• Participating with the canine in promotional and educational demonstrations as authorized by MMS leadership
• Managing friendly interactions between the canine and the hospital community, demonstrating compassion and customer service while performing security functions
• Other duties as assigned

Expectations for K9 Officers

• You will be expected to make a minimum commitment of four (4) years to the Security K9 program
• The K9 Program supervisor will inspect the applicant?s home to ensure the home environment is suitable for a security canine
• You will be required to properly care for and house the canine inside your home, including but not limited to veterinary care and grooming (at no cost to you)
• All persons and animals in the home environment must be capable of interacting safely with the canine
• A home environment with outdoor space that is or can be fenced in is preferred
• You must abide by a training schedule and must train the canine in a manner consistent with the direction of the chosen trainer/training facility
• Applicant is expected to move and control an 80 LB canine, and routinely traverse three miles throughout a shift

Assignment Provisions 

The selected K9 handlers will be provided with the necessary training, including: 

• Hospital Security K9 Training 
  • Obedience 
  • Explosives Detection 
  • Community Engagement 
• MMS will fund the cost of installing fencing for an enclosure up to but not exceeding 1,000 square feet at the selected K9 handler's yard at home if the selected handler's yard is conducive to fencing but does not have fencing. 
• MMS will fund the canine's veterinary care, food, training, and training equipment. 
• MMS will provide marked Security K9 vehicles and fuel for the handlers use for work and training purposes. 
• The K9 handlers will be eligible for overtime as identified in the current union contract. 
• Arrangements can/will be made for the applicant to complete a ride-along with a UMPD K9 Officer and visit the K9 academy, where they will train if they wish to do so. 

• High school or GED equivalent and 1 year of security, fire, military, customer service, or emergency management
• Willing to be trained and meet the criteria for a K9 handler 
• Experience with the enforcement of fire, safety, and security practices 
• Skillset in handling emergencies and using associated equipment 
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and basic keyboarding 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• Excellent verbal de-escalation skills 
• Willingness to primarily work afternoon shifts in Adult Emergency Services 
• Willingness to be flexible with schedule changes with little notice 
• Prior experience with domestic canines is preferred 

All members of the DPSS team are considered Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. As such, you are required to report any Clery reportable offenses that come to your attention. DPSS employees must also complete the Clery Compliance training within 14 days of employment and annually thereafter.

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Police Officers Association of Michigan union which contains and settles all matters concerning wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting.This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

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