Security Officer - PT

About the role

Performs various security related duties to ensure the safety of hospital patients, visitors and staff. Responds to all incidents of disruptive/assaultive individuals, investigates reports of suspicious activity and performs customer service functions as described by policy/procedures. Armed Security Officers will perform facility and grounds patrols and inspections.

Responsibilities

• Make routine and random tours of facility and grounds using established patrolling techniques and reporting all findings.
• Lighting surveys of campus and buildings. All hazardous conditions that may exist. All situations requiring maintenance. Aesthetic needs to uphold the image of the facility.
• Initiates investigations on security or risk management incidents and reports findings daily to the supervisor and coordinator.
• Accidents (pedestrian or vehicle) and injuries. Thefts. Disturbances. Complaints.
• Attends staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled.
• Responds on request for assistance in a timely manner. Unlock/lock doors. Motor vehicle assistance (jump starts, lost keys, flat tires). Escorts of funds. Safety escorts to parking lots. All public concerns. Negotiates with and gains the cooperation and compliance from the hospital publics to maintain the policies and procedures of the institution and defrayed confrontation when possible.
• Maintains a high degree of accuracy and accountability when handling funds, valuables and items of property.
• Anticipates personal protective equipment for job performance. Handcuffs. MACE 10% Pepper Foam. ASP Baton. Smith & Wesson, M & P .40 caliber. Tactical elbow and knee pads and padded foam shields. Safety glasses, face shields. Reflective vest and gloves. Latex gloves, masks, protective clothing. N95 face mask. Powered air purifying respirator (PAPR). Body armor.

Requirements

• Licensure or other certifications: Valid GA Drivers License and current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• Experience: Military, police, corrections, private security background (minimum of two (2) years experience required).

Qualifications

• Preferred Licensure or other certifications: Preferred Licensure or other certifications.
• Preferred Educational Requirements: Preferred Educational Requirements.
• Preferred Experience: Preferred Experience.

Skills

• The ability to work well with others; the willingness to accept direction from the supervisors and senior officers.
• The ability to learn and perform the basic skills and procedures designated for security officers.
• The ability to be adaptable in changing situations and work assignments.
• The ability to acquire the skills needed to assess specific needs and interact with different age groups.
• The ability to demonstrate legible handwriting as demonstrated on written reports.
• The ability to demonstrate effective computer skills.

Benefits

• NGHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.

Pay

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Schedule

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