Security Officer - Main Safety and Security Nights

Join to apply for the Security Officer - Main Safety and Security - Full Time - Nights role at The Christ Hospital Health Network.

The main function of this position is to provide a reasonably safe and secure environment for our patients, visitors, volunteers, staff, and employees. To assist and support the Safety/Security/Emergency Management and Parking management programs.

• Patrol hospital property and/or facilities to ensure safety and security, following department post orders and policies. Cooperate with co-workers and staff, maintaining professionalism and courtesy.
• Conduct inspections and document potential hazards, investigate as needed, and submit safety or operational requests.
• Enforce hospital policies, procedures, and regulations, including court appearances if necessary.
• Investigate and document reports of criminal or unusual activity, incidents, and policy violations, completing incident reports clearly and professionally.
• Respond to alarms, determine their source, and take appropriate action to normalize situations.
• Respond to panic alarms promptly.
• Contain incidents such as fires as necessary.
• Control traffic during emergencies to allow access for emergency services.
• Ensure patient care continues with minimal interruption.
• Return alarm systems to normal after incidents.
• Manage traffic and parking, enforce regulations, and handle violations according to hospital policy.
• Operate and monitor security, fire, and other safety systems proficiently.
• Perform inspections of safety and security systems, including monthly checks of fire extinguishers and security systems.
• Escort personnel and visitors for safety purposes upon request.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management, such as unlocking doors, handling lost property, assisting with radioactive materials, and other safety-related tasks.

Knowledge and Skills: Good communication skills and ability to interact effectively with the public.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent;
Private Police Training or similar preferred.

Experience: Previous security experience preferred.

Licenses & Certifications: Valid driver’s license with appropriate endorsements.

• Seniority level:
  Entry level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries:
  Hospitals and Health Care