Security Officer II

Security Officer II Days – Baptist Health Central Alabama

Location: Baptist Medical Center South, Alabama

Shift: First Shift (United States of America) – W , T-F-S

Employment Type: Full-time, Regular‑Full time

Seniority Level: Entry level

Job Function: Other, Information Technology, and Management

The Security Officer II shall protect Baptist Health patients, employees, and properties by patrolling the facility grounds, responding to emergencies, assisting patients, employees and visitors, controlling vehicular and foot traffic, and operating security CCTV. This position may have additional duties assigned that are within scope of the role.

• Patrol the facility grounds and premises.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Assist patients, employees, and visitors as needed.
• Control vehicular and foot traffic.
• Operate security CCTV systems.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High School graduate or equivalent required.
• Prior civilian or military law enforcement experience preferred.
• POST certification or DD‑214 required.
• Annual firearms qualification with a minimum score of 70% or higher.
• Valid Alabama Driver's License and acceptable driving record required.

• Pistol permit required.

• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Foster a cooperative work environment.
• Communicate effectively with people of various backgrounds.
• Good oral and written communication skills.
• Maintain professional and customer‑centric composure in difficult or challenging situations.
• Work from broad directions and be self‑motivated.

• Requires carrying an approved handgun and qualifying annually (70%+ proficiency).
• Requires wearing an approved duty belt with issued equipment each work day.
• Sitting: 15%, walking: 60%, standing: 25% of the workday.
• Able to run, bend, climb stairs.
• Frequent stooping, bending, kneeling, crouching.
• Lifting/carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.
• Speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity (phone or in person).
• Noise levels high around some equipment.
• Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.
• Exposure to computer work.
• Occasional risk of electrical shock.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and infectious disease.
• Restricted areas work occasionally.
• Working indoors 50% of the time.
• Exposure to various weather conditions 40% of the time.