Security Officer

Position: Security Officer I
Massachusetts General Hospital -  - Responsibilities:
Patrols assigned areas, giving particular attention to those areas where security problems have occurred;
Investigates thefts, shortages, and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct by questioning individuals involved with specific incidents; notifies appropriate law enforcement agencies of potential/real civil or criminal misconduct and detains suspicious individuals as appropriate; when authorized, will make arrests as appropriate; participates in subsequent court proceedings as required;
Prepares and submits written reports in a complete and accurate manner; makes notations in the log of all incidents; keeps the Supervisor informed at all times;
Performs as Dispatcher utilizing state-of-the-art integrated security systems; radio dispatches personnel to respond to occurrences and phone calls for assistance; provides and maintains documentation;
Participates in assistance with workplace and domestic victims; responds to medical emergencies; when authorized, assists in the restraint of patients; involved in the protection of dignitaries; controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic