K-9 Officer - MGM Springfield

Springfield, Massachusetts The SHOW comes alive at MGM Resorts International Have you ever wondered what it would be like to work in a place full of excitement, diversity, and entertainment? Are you enthusiastic about being a team player in one of the most fascinating industries in the world? At MGM Resorts, we seek individuals like YOU to create unique and show-stopping experiences for our guests. THE JOB: As a K-9 Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining the safety and security of our employees and guests. Your primary responsibility will be to utilize a trained and certified detection dog to locate suspicious packages or objects. You will work closely with security personnel to implement safety protocols and respond to potential threats. THE STARTING RATE: $22.00 per hour THE DAY-TO-DAY: Train and certify with a detection trained dog Utilize canine as directed to protect life and property of MGMRI facilities and in support of designated operations Search vehicles, MGMRI executive aircraft, packages, backpacks, mail, containers, rooms, buildings, areas, or other objects as directed that could contain explosive materials or weapons Maintain the canine's proficiency in detection through routine training and certification Maintain the day-to-day health and welfare of assigned detection dogs, to include maintaining diet, ensuring adequate water throughout the day, and daily health checks and grooming Maintain all assigned canine-related equipment Conduct daily kennel care Perform basic canine emergency first-aid as needed Provide excellent guest service to guests and employees THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: Has high school diploma or GED. Has 2+ years of prior relevant experience in law enforcement, military, or private security, and/or legal within profession. Has advanced knowledge in the area of investigations preferred. THE PERKS & BENEFITS: Healthcare, financial and time off benefits Wellness incentive programs to help you stay healthy physically and mentally Access to company hotel, food and beverage, retail, and entertainment discounts as well as discounts with company partners on things like travel, electronics, online shopping, and more. Free meals in our employee dining room Free parking on and off shift Professional and personal development through programs and networking opportunities as well as volunteer opportunities in the community Company-issued uniform and dry-cleaning VIEW JOB DESCRIPTION: https://mgmresorts.marketpayjobs.com/ShowJob.aspx?EntityID=2&jobcode=11135 Pay Rate The rate for this role is: $22.00 This rate represents a good faith estimate of the wage rate that MGM reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire. Pay will not be below any applicable minimum wage. Should overtime be worked, employees are paid overtime pay in accordance with state requirements. Employees in this position are eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) plans, and time off plans. Specific program offerings vary by eligibility factors such as geographic location, employment status, and union membership. Are you ready to JOIN THE SHOW? Apply today! At MGM Resorts, we exist to entertain the human race and provide an unforgettable escape. From delivering excellence for our guests to building and sustaining our communities, you can join our diverse teams of world-class talent and thrive in our collaborative environment. Our iconic MGM Resorts brands offer everyone a wide variety of exciting career opportunities with access to unlimited growth. Be part of a unique world filled with anticipation, entertainment and unparalleled experiences combined with competitive rewards and exclusive perks. Together, we will use our meaningful relationships to continue to build our authentic culture. We know the importance of respecting each others differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners. We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world. MGM Resorts International develops, builds and operates unique destination resorts designed to provide a total resort experience, including first-class accommodations and dining, world-class entertainment, state-of-the-art meeting and convention facilities, and high-quality retail and gaming experiences. We know the importance of respecting each others differences. We embrace and leverage our diversity to achieve best-in-class experiences and create stronger ties with our employees, guests, suppliers and community partners. We stay committed to taking strong, principled stands on equality to better unify our world. MGM Resorts International believes in providing opportunity for every employee to grow, develop and succeed in a work environment where you can be your best. We encourage you to explore our job opportunities. If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us at talent@mgmresorts.com We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are also committed to protecting the privacy of visitors to our employment application site, including the protection of any personal information provided to us. For more information about MGM Resorts International, including our privacy policy and commitment to diversity and inclusion, please visit http://www.mgmresorts.com/careers. For California residents, also see our California Privacy Notice that describes the categories of personal information and sensitive personal information we collect and provides certain details about our processing of that information.