Work where every moment mattersEvery day more than Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkFor more than years Windham Hospital has treated patients with the latest high tech equipment operated by some of the most skilled and compassionate medical professionals available We seek to meet the total healthcare needs of people from throughout Northeastern Connecticut Our staff members are proud to live and work in this area and are committed to providing quality healthcare to our communityJOB SUMMARYThe Public Safety Officer K Unit serves as a frontline protector of the Hartford HealthCare community working alongside a specially trained canine K partner to ensure a safe secure and welcoming environment for all patients visitors and staffThis position goes beyond traditional security functions incorporating community relations escalation management and scent detection of identified hazards The handler is responsible for the proper care deployment and utilization of the assigned K both during daily operations and in response to emergencies or identified threatsPublic Safety Officer K handlers are essential members of our Public Safety team working proactively to prevent incidents through visible presence and skilled intervention while fostering a climate of trust and support throughout the healthcare environmentWork where every moment mattersEvery day more than Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare networkFor more than years Windham Hospital has treated patients with the latest high tech equipment operated by some of the most skilled and compassionate medical professionals available We seek to meet the total healthcare needs of people from throughout Northeastern Connecticut Our staff members are proud to live and work in this area and are committed to providing quality healthcare to our communityJOB SUMMARYThe Public Safety Officer K Unit serves as a frontline protector of the Hartford HealthCare community working alongside a specially trained canine K partner to ensure a safe secure and welcoming environment for all patients visitors and staffThis position goes beyond traditional security functions incorporating community relations escalation management and scent detection of identified hazards The handler is responsible for the proper care deployment and utilization of the assigned K both during daily operations and in response to emergencies or identified threatsPublic Safety Officer K handlers are essential members of our Public Safety team working proactively to prevent incidents through visible presence and skilled intervention while fostering a climate of trust and support throughout the healthcare environmentEducation HS DiplomaGED requiredExperience years of relevant experience in law enforcement public safety corrections or militaryLicensure Certification RegistrationValid driverrsquos licenseCurrent Connecticut Guard Card or ability to obtain before completion of Field Training program FTO or within days of hireCompletion of the FTOKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsWithin months of K assignment successful certification through designated K training programGeographic considerations may applyDemonstrated ability to work independently remain calm under pressure and resolve conflicts effectivelyMaintains knowledgeable and stays current with the Public Safety Policy and Procedure Manual K Policies and procedures Emergency Operations Manual department directives memos and roll call information sheetSuccessfully attends and completes all mandated Public Safety Training Programs and hospital based educational programsAbility to work weekends and flexible hoursshiftsRemains available for emergency call in or other special dutyAppropriate housing accommodationshome visit requiredWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your momentEducation HS DiplomaGED requiredExperience years of relevant experience in law enforcement public safety corrections or militaryLicensure Certification RegistrationValid driverrsquos licenseCurrent Connecticut Guard Card or ability to obtain before completion of Field Training program FTO or within days of hireCompletion of the FTOKnowledge Skills and Ability RequirementsWithin months of K assignment successful certification through designated K training programGeographic considerations may applyDemonstrated ability to work independently remain calm under pressure and resolve conflicts effectivelyMaintains knowledgeable and stays current with the Public Safety Policy and Procedure Manual K Policies and procedures Emergency Operations Manual department directives memos and roll call information sheetSuccessfully attends and completes all mandated Public Safety Training Programs and hospital based educational programsAbility to work weekends and flexible hoursshiftsRemains available for emergency call in or other special dutyAppropriate housing accommodationshome visit requiredWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving employees we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this is your moment