Senior Security Officer - Night Shift
Listed on 2026-01-23
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Security
Armed Security, Security Guard, Site Security, Private Security
Employment Type
Full time
ShiftNight Shift
Description$3,000 New Hire Sign on Bonus
Night shift, 10:00pm - 6:30am. The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation.
PositionSenior Security Officer (Armed)
Mission StatementWe, St. Joseph’s Health, and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.
Position SummaryUnder the direction of the Security Supervisor, is responsible for the performance of all security and safety duties as assigned. Provide armed, uniformed security presence throughout St. Joseph’s Health (SJH) campuses. Senior Security Officers will assess threats, provide immediate response to, and mitigate offenses against public order, life and safety of colleagues, staff, patients, visitors and others on and within the buildings and grounds of SJH.
Offenses or events requiring investigation and thorough reporting will be made and submitted to the Lead Security Officer and other SJH Leadership. Coordination with law enforcement agencies based on threat assessment and offenses. Other duties as assigned.
- Valid State of New York Armed Security Guard License (includes firearms training and a valid NYS pistol permit)
- OR active police officer status (New York State) at time of hiring is required.
- Active police officers must obtain armed security license and a NYS pistol permit within 6 months upon being hired.
- Successful completion of the DCJS (Division of Criminal Justice) Basic Course for Police Officers preferred.
- High School Diploma/GED Certificate Required. Associate Degree Preferred.
- A valid NYS Driver's License is required.
- IAHSS Basic Security Certification must be completed within one year of hire.
- FEMA Emergency Management Institute courses must be completed within 90 days of hire - IS-100.c.
- BLS Certification required upon hire or within 3 weeks of hire.
- Minimum of five (5) years experience in any combination of:
Armed Security Guard, Healthcare/Hospital security or Law Enforcement (Police or Peace Officer). Five years Law Enforcement Experience (Police or Peace Officer) is preferred. - Must successfully pass a Psychiatric evaluation prior to hire.
- Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the New York State Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law.
- Knowledge and understanding of the use of force continuum and its application within a private security setting.
Frequent exposure to adverse working conditions such as noise, noxious odors, temperatures, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases. Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions, or secretions.
Physical DemandsFrequent close eye work (computers, typing, reading, and writing). Various levels of physical activity including sedentary work, light work, moderate work, moderately heavy work, and heavy/hard work (as described in the original).
Work Contact GroupAll services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.
Supervised BySenior Security Supervisor, Security Manager, and Regional Director of Security.
SupervisesSenior Security Supervisor
CAREER PATHSenior Security Supervisor
Principal Responsibilities- Equipment:
Maintains department equipment in a safe manner; operates department equipment including motor vehicles safely; demonstrates proper and safe use of all assigned equipment and maintains proficiency (firearm, pepper gel, etc.). - Security Services:
Performs security/safety rounds and fixed post assignments; uses training and experience to de-escalate workplace violence, mitigate threats and handle emotionally disturbed persons (EDP); responds to calls for service in a timely and appropriate manner; conducts searches per policy; ensures investigations are thorough and timely; identifies hazards and alerts supervisor to deficiencies; collaborates with diverse groups; manages video management and access control systems. - Investigations/Property:
Completes thorough written reports of assigned investigations; prepares legible,…
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