Security Officer 2

Patrol Areas and Duties

Patrols assigned areas and performs all security-related tasks, ensuring life safety standards are maintained.

Investigates suspicious activity or persons and reports hazards, unusual or suspicious circumstances.

Acknowledges and responds appropriately to emergency, non-emergency, and alarm calls.

Administers initial first aid as appropriate and to the level of training attained.

Learns applicable systems and responds to fire alarms at facilities during actual alarms and drills.

Intercedes in disputes between individuals using verbal de-escalation techniques and skills to diffuse potentially violent situations.

Unlocks buildings and doors after checking identification and compliance with hospital policies.

Monitors vehicle and pedestrian traffic on hospital properties, interviewing and investigating individuals involved in suspicious or illegal activities.

Investigates and documents safety hazards, incidents, and criminal activities through both written and electronic formats, reporting incidents to the appropriate entities.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Ability to read accurately and comprehend, write clearly, and understand in a manner to effectively complete legal reports, narratives, and follow simple directions.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply safety rules, penal codes, vehicular codes, radio codes, reports, memos, communications, policies, and other required written materials.
• Ability to actively listen and communicate effectively through clear speech and hearing.
• Safety and security certifications preferred (e.g., Basic Life Support - CPR Cert, Driver's License, Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS), Handcuffing, Pepper Spray, Baton, TASER International – Conducted Electrical Weapon).
• Knowledge of Access Control and CCTV systems preferred.
• Good critical thinking skills, and the ability to set and quickly reset priorities.
• Ability to work and train in an environment with occurring periods of crisis and stress.
• Ability to recognize faces.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality in all matters pertaining to patients, visitors, and/or employees.
• Ability to work independently within a team-oriented environment; ability to work closely with medical and nursing staff to resolve patient-related problems.
• Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to diplomatically handle stressful situations.
• Basic computer skills including, but not limited to, Windows, Word, and Excel.
• Knowledge of Emergency Management principles preferred.
• Meets departmental testing (Mental, Physical, etc.) if applicable to facility.

Physical Requirements

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Pay Range

$17.63 - $28.20