Security Officer

Title: Security Officer
Department: Security
Schedule: Full Time

The Security Officer shall protect and secure patients, employees, and visitors of St. Elizabeth's Medical Center, safeguarding buildings, properties, and premises.

• Conduct investigations of all accidents, crimes, and incidents; interview, gather information, write and file reports, and consult with law enforcement agencies.
• Initiate fire safety drills, complete fire extinguisher checks, and enforce all life safety requirements.
• Invoke other departments to comply with safety directives issued by policy and the Director of Security.
• Carry out directives issued by the Director of Security.

• Patrol properties on foot and by vehicle, maintaining visible presence to ensure safety.
• Investigate and document incidents and accidents; complete reports of shift activity as per department policy.
• Monitor visitor conduct; address unauthorized persons when necessary.
• Conduct fire drills; complete documentation.
• Act as liaison between the Medical Center and law enforcement, fire department, and other outside agencies.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and provide preventive maintenance to all security systems.
• Monitor and patrol hospital parking; issue warnings, violations, and tow stickers to unauthorized vehicles.
• Assist transport of deceased to the morgue; document information and valuables.
• Respond to assistance requests; restrain patients and provide standby procedures as directed by nursing staff.
• Notify Director of Security regarding completed maintenance requisitions for repairs noted during patrol.
• Record and secure all patient valuables, belongings, and lost‑and‑found items; document release to designated agencies.
• Ensure compliance with the Medical Center identification program.
• Operate door locks and unlocks as appropriate.
• When acting as Lead Officer, oversee daily activities and notify Director of Security.

• Submit Daily Reports to the Director of Security for each shift worked.
• Pass on any incidents, accidents, losses, or fire alarms to the Security Shift Supervisor and/or Director of Security.

• Maintain confidentiality in all security‑related matters.
• Abide by all relevant Hospital policies and procedures.

• Minimum Education: High School Diploma or equivalent;
  Associate’s or Bachelor's in Criminal Justice or related field, preferred.
• Minimum Experience: 1‑2 years in security, healthcare, and/or related field.
• Minimum Skills/abilities: Strong verbal and written communication, computer or work processing knowledge, decisive under pressure, ability to handle public in stressful situations.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Obtain and maintain training:
  Basic Life Support, MOAB (Management of Aggressive Behavior), and all assignments/trainings required by Director of Security.
• Pass criminal background investigation.

$0.00–$0.00 (includes medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, bonuses, merit increases, flexible spending, 403(b), paid time off, career advancement).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans