Security Custom Protection Officer - Wexford Hospital

Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide a sense of purpose in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace.

About the role

Allied Universal is hiring Custom Protections Officers at Wexford Hospital. This is a full-time position with up to 40 hours per week, including weekends.

Schedule

• 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM
• 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM

Pay

$19.00 per hour. Officers are paid weekly.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle
• Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Provide customer service by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies, and emergency response activities
• Respond to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner
• Conduct regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter
• Assist nursing staff with patient restraints (proper training provided)
• Escort nursing staff to hospital morgue with deceased patients

Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.

Requirements

• Be at least 21 years of age
• Possess a high school diploma or equivalent, or 5 years of verifiable experience
• Must possess two or more of the following:
  • Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
  • Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
  • Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
  • A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
  • Associate’s degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service
• Frequent walking/standing required (indoor/outdoor)
• Moderate technological usage required
• Multiple vaccinations required prior to working on site (company paid), including:
  • Two-stage Tuberculosis screening
  • MMR
  • Varicella
  • Tetanus screenings (TB testing instructions provided at orientation)
• Child abuse clearance will be submitted at orientation
• Subject to a background investigation in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws
• Subject to a drug screen to the extent permitted by law
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• A valid driver’s license will be required for driving positions only

Benefits

• Uniforms and equipment provided at no cost
• Excellent benefits and career progression
• Paid training