Security Officer

The Role

The primary responsibility of a Security Officer at Jackson Hospital is the protection of all persons and property connected with the hospital. He/she works to assure the safety and general welfare of all staff, patients, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Protect all persons and property connected with the hospital
• Ensure the safety and general welfare of all staff, patients, and visitors
• Detain, restrain, when necessary for the protection of self and others
• Walk and stand for prolonged periods
• Lift as required

Requirements

• High School graduate or GED
• Previous Law Enforcement, Military Service Or Security Experience Preferred
• Valid Alabama Driver’s License with a clean driving record
• Pass a background check

Equipment/Tools/Work Aids

• Hospital master keys
• Handcuffs
• Radio (walkie talkie)
• Camera
• Flashlight
• Jumper cables
• Slim jim
• Hospital vehicles

Specialized Skills

• Working knowledge of; computers, cameras, metal detectors and surveillance equipment

Physical Requirements

• Physically able to detain, restrain, when necessary for the protection of self and others
• Physically able to walk and stand for prolonged periods
• Physically able to lift as required