Security Officer I - Full Time - Days Varies - Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, NJ

An AH Security Officer 1 is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, and visitors in AH healthcare facilities and corporate locations. This role involves monitoring the premises, preventing unauthorized access, responding to emergencies, and ensuring the enforcement of hospital policies and procedures related to safety and security.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter and detect criminal activity, suspicious behavior, and unauthorized access.
• Monitor security cameras, alarms, and other surveillance equipment to ensure the safety of the premises.
• Secure entrances, exits, and restricted areas to prevent breaches or theft.
• Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic as needed.
• Respond promptly to disturbances involving team members, patients, and/or visitors, deescalating situations to ensure safety.
• Respond to all acute medical events to assist clinical staff as needed.
• Respond to all fire alarms, participate in fire suppression, and assist team members, patients, and visitors.
• Investigate all missing children and suspected infant abductions.
• Provide leadership during active shooter situations and assist during disasters or emergency situations.
• Verify the identity of visitors and vendors entering AH medical centers, corporate locations, and off-site locations.
• Enforce hospital policies and procedures regarding access to sensitive areas (e.g., patient rooms, operating rooms, pharmacies).
• Issue and manage team member badges; familiarity with EZ Lobby and Rep Trex systems for vendor badge access.
• Provide directions and assistance to patients and visitors, maintaining a professional demeanor while addressing complaints or concerns.
• Prepare detailed and accurate incident reports for all security-related events using the IMC Computer database.
• Maintain logs of daily activities, including patient scans, helicopter arrivals, property reports, contraband reports, panic button testing, and forensic patients.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with all team members.
• Use security technology, including AHECN distribution, IMC Computer, Mutualink, Victor Video System, and ONYX Panel.
• Work closely with hospital staff, including nursing and administrative teams, to ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Collaborate with law enforcement and emergency services as required.
• Participate in Iron Temple Response Control Techniques (RCT) Training twice per month and maintain a valid RCT certification.
• Complete FEMA Incident Command System 100, 200, and IS 700 National Incident Management System courses.
• Participate in Emergency Management Decontamination Training.
• Remain updated on all AH and Protection and Security Services policies and procedures.
• Perform all other duties as assigned, including working various 8- or 12-hour shifts (including holidays), being available for call-back assignments, and attending mandatory training.
• May be required to lift up to 50 lbs. and stand for extended periods (up to four hours).

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate degree or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• FEMA ICS 100/200/700 certification to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license with a driving record in compliance with AH’s eligibility requirements.
• Security, law enforcement, and/or military experience preferred.

Skills

• Security operations and emergency response.
• Investigation and reporting.
• Access control and surveillance systems.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution.
• Physical fitness to handle patrolling and emergency response tasks.

About Us

At Atlantic Health, our promise to our communities is to provide the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment extends to the respect, development, and opportunities we offer our more than 22,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit healthcare systems in the nation, with facilities including:

• Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Atlantic Health Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Atlantic Health Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Atlantic Health Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Atlantic Health Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• Atlantic Health CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Medical Group
• Atlantic Visiting Nurse
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group and have received numerous awards and recognitions, including:

• Chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For.”
• Atlantic Health Morristown and Atlantic Health Overlook named by Newsweek as two of the “World’s Best Hospitals” in 2026.
• Ranked within the top three hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report’s 2025-2026 Best Hospital rankings.
• Scored four “A” grades by The Leapfrog Group in its Fall 2025 Hospital Safety Grades.
• New Jersey's only hospitals named among America's 50 Best hospitals by Healthgrades in 2026.
• Named by Becker's Healthcare as one of the "165 Top Places to Work in Healthcare – 2026."
• Forbes Top Hospitals for 2026 (Atlantic Health Morristown, Atlantic Health Overlook, Atlantic Health Chilton, and Atlantic Health Newton).
• Named by Newsweek as one of America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025.
• Rated LEVEL 9 - 2025 CHIME Digital Health Most Wired.

Morristown Medical Center is a nationally recognized leader in multiple specialties and has been included on Becker's Healthcare 2020 list of "100 Great Hospitals in America." It is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service and a designated Level I Regional Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons and Level II by the State of NJ.

Benefits

Atlantic Health offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary by role level (Team Member, Director, Executive) and include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage (for team members working 22.5 hours per week or above).
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-term and long-term disability (with options to supplement).
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match and additional non-elective contribution.
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave.
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising.
• Parental, Adoption, and Surrogacy Leave.
• Backup and On-Site Childcare.
• Well-Being Rewards.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Fertility Benefits and Healthy Pregnancy Program.
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts.
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft, and Legal Insurance.

About The Team

The AHS Protection and Security Services (PSS) team provides 24/7 security coverage at medical centers (CMC, HMC, MMC, NMC, OMC, and Union ED) and ensures the safety of all patients, team members, and visitors. Uniformed PSS officers patrol facilities and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry. The team is trained in response control tactics and techniques and leads first response to significant events such as Code Lockdown, Active Shooter, Abducted Child, Building Evacuation, and Bomb Threats. PSS controls card access privileges and conducts follow-up investigations for significant cases, including drug diversion, assault, domestic violence, and workplace violence. The Emergency Management Office oversees and coordinates emergency management standards system-wide.