Law Enforcement Officer K-9 Handler

Company

Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is seeking a self-motivated, versatile Federal Reserve Law Enforcement Officer K-9 Handler (FRLEO) to work with assigned K-9 partner to protect and safeguard Bank premises, property, personnel, and operations.

As a K-9 team, responds to incidents on Bank property and provides emergency services and explosive detection capabilities.

In addition, this role provides basic police duties including maintaining a safe environment through continual assessment and mitigation of physical security risks.

The FRLEO will assist with the effective deployment of law enforcement best practices and physical security system technologies (access control, video surveillance, intrusion detection, screening, etc.).

Internal candidates should anticipate an October 2026 start date, while external candidates will begin in January 2027 when academy training commences.

Please note, the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City is not a government agency, therefore this is not a government position.

Key Activities:    ​



* Operates as a law enforcement K-9 handler to provide explosives detection screening of all Federal Reserve deliveries, vehicles entering upon or adjacent to Bank property, sites of special events on Bank property, and routinely patrols Bank property and grounds.


* Responds to special requests for explosive detection based on unusual or suspicious circumstances.


* Maintains proficiency and certification for self and K-9 in explosive detection in accordance with applicable laws and Federal Reserve policy.


* Responsible for all maintenance, care, handling and training of assigned K-9.


* Maintains knowledge of current trends and technological developments in the K-9 and Law Enforcement field.


* Protects and safeguards personnel, property, assets, and operations, remaining alert for potential security, property, or safety concerns and initiates the appropriate actions. 


* Responds to disturbances and unusual, emergency, or other rapidly evolving events/situations, including potentially life-threatening situations.

Uses the appropriate degree of physical force and/or weaponry as situation dictates and makes critical decisions at the scene prior to the arrival of more senior officers.

Prepares detailed incident reports. 


* Controls access to the Bank and high security areas, including inspecting individuals, their property, and/or vehicles. 


* Performs interior and exterior security patrols and checks. 


* Operates and monitors Bank Law Enforcement and life safety systems and equipment, including but not limited to the closed-circuit television system, integrated access control and Law Enforcement alarm systems, x-ray machine and metal detectors, biometric readers, radio system, fire system, public address system, and fire extinguishers. 


* May perform rotational roles such as Instructor, Field Training Officer, ...