Security Officer III

Position Summary

To be fully engaged in providing security services to ensure the safety and security of associates, patients, and visitors of Health First facilities.

• Responsible for internal and external security patrols on foot or in vehicle of facility assigned, including Emergency Department of hospital facility to deter criminal activity and misconduct.
• Responds to all emergencies/disasters which may require the officer to remain on property until the emergency/disaster is terminated. Makes appropriate notifications on campus as directed, coordinates law enforcement, medical and/or fire assistance.
• Proactively watches for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Is a first responder for emergency codes, alarms, and other emergent situations to escort visitors and contractors, secure ingress and egress, and protect private information.
• Sounds alarms or calls police/fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons.
• Warns violators of rule infractions such as loitering, smoking, or carrying prohibited articles.
• Monitors entrances and exits and permits authorized persons to enter property.
• Observes departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures authorized removal of property is conducted appropriately.
• Conducts patient escorts, patient watches, and provides safety escorts.
• Assists and/or transports deceased to morgue.
• Completes required shift logs and reports; complies with site post orders and Health First policies and procedures.
• Investigates and prepares reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
• Assists associates, patients, and visitors in a courteous and professional manner.
• Works designated alternate hours and performs other responsibilities as needed.
• Maintains required certifications, licensing, weapon qualifications, and training to achieve professional competency as appropriate for the position.

• Education:
  
  Must meet at least one of the following education or experience requirements:
  Graduate of Police/Corrections Academy, Associate’s degree or above in Criminal Justice, Active Military (Four [4] year term of service minimum), Law Enforcement experience, Serve in Elite Military Forces, Military Police, or Combat Arms.
• Work Experience:
  
  None.
• Licensure:
  Class “D” Security Officer Licensure in the State of Florida;
  Class “G” Security Officer Licensure in the State of Florida;
  Valid Driver’s License and clean Motor Vehicle Record.
• Certification:
  At least one (1) of the following certifications within thirty (30) days of start date:
  American Heart Association (AHA) Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED course OR American Heart Association Basic Life Support (AHA BLS) Healthcare Provider Completion Card.
• Work Experience In Lieu of
  
  Education:
  
  One (1) year verifiable security officer experience.
• Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:
  Expected completion of Crisis Prevention Training within first 90 days;
  Physical ability to deal with or subdue mental health patients in crisis;
  Must be willing to carry out tasks that may require entering the hospital morgue and the roof‑top helipad;
  Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors;
  Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public;
  Display exceptional customer service and communication skills;
  Active listening skills;
  Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively;
  Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately;
  Attention to detail.

• Physically agile; requires walking, standing, running, bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing, or crouching majority of the shift.
• Heavy work that frequently includes lifting or moving objects up to 100 pounds or more with or without assistance.
• May require moving self in different positions to accomplish tasks in various environments including tight and confined spaces, including reaching out and above shoulders or overhead.
• May lift, turn, pull, push, or ambulate people and/or equipment with or without assistance up to 90% of the assigned shift.
• May be exposed to inside environments and outside environments with extreme temperatures, air…