Public Safety Officer, Highland Park Hospital, Nights

Public Safety Officer

Hourly Pay Range: $18.84 - $27.32. Position:
Public Safety Officer.

Location:

Highland Park Hospital – Highland Park, IL. Full Time – 24 hrs.

Hours:

Evenings, 10:30pm – 6:30am.

• Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides unarmed uniformed security/safety related services.
• Supports the department’s mission to provide high quality service and to protect persons and property from harm.
• Might also perform duties of bicycle patrol officer.
• Patrols assigned areas of facilities and grounds on foot or in motorized vehicle according to established schedule and investigates unusual occurrences.
• Reports incidents or potential loss of Hospital, employee, patient or visitor property through fire, theft or vandalism and, if necessary, involves police and provides assistance during police investigation.
• Responds to all service calls in a timely, safe, professional and courteous manner.
• Welcomes customers to the Hospital and provides directions to patients and visitors.
• Assists individuals with escort to destination and directs vehicle traffic to prevent congestion.
• Ensures loading docks and ambulance zones are clear of unauthorized vehicles, issues parking citations, and maintains records.
• Physically restrains unruly patients/visitors or individuals posing threat and, if necessary, involves police and provides assistance including court testimony.
• Administers appropriate control systems to protect patient and employee valuables and hospital equipment.
• Monitors lost and found items, checks doors/windows, inspects equipment, alarms, fire extinguishers to ensure proper functioning.
• Notifies appropriate personnel of problems and investigates/drafts documentation of thefts, accidents and other incidents.

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Minimum of one year experience in a customer‑focused service‑based organization.

• Knowledge base developed through a minimum of two years of experience in law enforcement, military or private security.
• Experience in a healthcare environment.
• Fundamental understanding of computers, loss prevention and fire/security technology.

• Valid Illinois Firearm Owner’s Identification Card within 90 days of start date.
• Current CPR certification issued by American Heart Association or Red Cross within 90 days of start date.
• Valid driver’s license required; if using personal vehicle, must maintain automobile liability coverage as required by law.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification within six months of hire.

• Attainment of certification by the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) for their Basic Healthcare Security Officer training course within twelve months of start date.

• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.
• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development.
• Various Medical, Dental, Pet and Vision options.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Free Parking.
• Wellness Program.
• Savings Plan.
• Health Savings Account Options.
• Retirement Options with Company Match.
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay.
• Community Involvement Opportunities.

EOE:
Race/Color/Sex/Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/Religion/National Origin/Disability/Vets, VEVRRA Federal Contractor.