Police Officer I K9- Department Only 529191

Pay Grade/Pay Range:Minimum: $27.21 - Midpoint: $35.35 (Hourly N9)

Department/Organization:507121 - Police Operations

Normal Work Schedule:Varies; May include holidays weekends overtime and voluntary and mandatory events; Hours are subject to change based on the operational needs of the unit departments and the University community.

Note to Applicants: This is a department only search. You must be a current UA employee working in The University of Alabama Police Department to be considered.

Job Summary:The Police Officer I - K9 performs standard Police Officer duties with K9 as needed to support the safety and security of the campus community. Performs regular K9 searches of campus facilities property venues and athletic events. Responds to bomb threats and assists with making routine checks for planted explosive devices prior to events that draw large crowds or generate controversy. Promotes UAPDs community-oriented policing mission through programs K9 demonstrations community events and community interactions. Conducts regular on-shift training and attends supervised training each month throughout the duration of the assignment to provide a safer environment for the campus community. Cares for the departmental K9 placed in their charge twenty-four hours a day seven days a week.

Additional Department Summary:Drives a University vehicle. Must meet and adhere to established guidelines for the use of a UAPD assigned take-home vehicle.

Required Minimum Qualifications:Must be a current Police Officer I in good standing at the University of Alabama. Must have received a meets expectation or higher on most recent performance evaluation. Final candidates must submit to and successfully pass a post-offer drug screen. Must have valid U.S. drivers license. Must be at least 21 years of age at time of hire and have an acceptable Motor Vehicle Report that is in compliance with University polices.

Additional Required Department Minimum Qualifications: Must have home ownership or written consent from the assignees landlord to house the canine on their property.

Skills and Knowledge:Skills and knowledge related to being a Police Officer. Must be physically capable of controlling K9 partner climbing stairs obstacles and elevation changes with K9 partner. Must be able to lift and carry K9 partner in the event of a K9 injury. Demonstrated initiative to maintain and improve K9 team performance. Ability to observe and assess behavioral patterns in K9. Ability to foster a positive bond with K9 partner.

Preferred Qualifications:Three (3) years of law enforcement experience as a sworn police officer. Previous teaching or training experience. Previous K9 handler experience. Previous Bomb Technician or EOD experience. Bachelors degree.

Background Investigation Statement: Prior to hiring the final candidate(s) must successfully pass a pre-employment background investigation and information obtained from social media and other internet sources. A prior conviction reported as a result of the background investigation DOES NOT automatically disqualify a candidate from consideration for this position. A candidate with a prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags will receive an individualized review of the prior conviction or negative behavioral red flags before a hiring decision is made.