Security Officer I Part Time Nights

About the role

The Security Officer I position at Northwestern Medicine offers a competitive salary range of $20.00 - $29.00 (Hourly Rate), with placement within the range dependent on relevant work experience and internal equity. Benefits include $10,000 tuition reimbursement per year, $10,000 student loan repayment, $1,000 professional development per year, and a Reimbursable Well-Being Fund of $250 per year. Additionally, officers have access to a matching 401(k) plan, excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, paid time off, and holiday pay.

Responsibilities

• Investigates/quells hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and employee security.
• Completes descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Notifies appropriate city officials (police and fire) and prepares descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Performs regular perimeter and internal patrols of the hospital buildings and grounds to assure protection of patients and property and to prevent the entry of unauthorized persons into the hospital.
• Monitors the access control system, fire and duress alarms, and the security video system.
• Controls traffic as necessary to always assure access for emergency vehicles and access for patients and visitors accordingly.
• Controls traffic as necessary during incidents and for helicopter transports.
• Maintains security of restricted areas by checking and locking doors according to pre-set schedules or as required by special circumstances.
• Provides escorts for staff to their vehicles as requested.
• Delivers deceased bodies to the morgue and releases same to authorized persons in accordance with established policies.
• Responds to all emergency codes in accordance with department specific guidelines.
• Alerts the department Manager of any activities or deviation from departmental standards that may require disciplinary action or follow-up.
• Enforces all hospital policies and procedures as directed.
• Conducts contraband searches for patient and employee safety as needed.
• Makes observations to ensure patient and employee safety as needed.
• Oversees staff parking permit process, and monitors compliance per established policy and procedure.

Qualifications

• High-school diploma or GED.
• Successful completion of IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain IAHSS Basic certification.
• Current Basic Life Support certification through American Heart Association within 9 months of hire.
• Successful completion of Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a variety of individuals, including employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, law enforcement and other outside agencies.
• Writing skills necessary to complete reports and paperwork that meets departmental standards.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Physical ability and knowledge of how to operate a motor vehicle.

Preferred

• Experience in healthcare security, police work, or military service.
• Valid FOID card.
• Associate/Bachelor’s degree.