Security Officer

Job Code: 492 | Non-Exempt

About the role

The Security Officer performs safety and security tours according to established Security Department Management Plans and Standard Operating Procedures. The Security Officer provides and preserves a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff at AtlantiCare campuses and facilities.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to perform the department-specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

Work environment includes potential exposure to the hazards and risks of the hospital environment, such as infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. Exposure to all weather conditions during patrols and post. Moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling; continuous walking and standing.

Requirements

• High School degree or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and other security-related applications/programs.
• 1 year of security officer experience preferred, preferably within the healthcare environment.
• Bilingual abilities preferred.
• Prior healthcare service preferred.

Qualifications

• American Heart Association BLS required within 6 months of hire or transfer.
• CPI required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer; once obtained, kept current at all times.
• FEMA Certification: Incident Command System (IS) required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer:
  • IS 100 Introduction to Incident Command System
  • IS 700 National Incident Management System (NIMS)
  • IS 907 Active Shooter Training
• Current incumbents required to obtain all FEMA requirements by 9/30/2026.
• IAHSS required within 12 months of hire or transfer.
• AtlantiCare Security Department Hazardous Materials Training required within 6 months of hire or transfer.

In the event a required course is no longer available, an updated or comparable course may be substituted. Substitutions must be reviewed and approved by the AVP of the Department of Public Safety and HR to ensure alignment with current standards, regulations, and organizational needs.

Benefits

AtlantiCare offers eligible Full-time and Part-time team members the ability to participate in:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans with employer contributions (401(k)/403(b))
• Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Reimbursement to support educational goals
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) for healthcare and dependent care
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits, including Pet Insurance and more

Benefits offerings may vary based on position and are subject to eligibility requirements.