Security Officer - UPMC Cole

Position: Security Officer - UPMC Cole - Full time
Location: Coudersport

UPMC Cole is currently hiring for a full-time Security Officer to join our Safety & Security team. This is an unarmed, variable shift position with rotational weekend & holiday commitments! If you are looking for stability, benefits, and great opportunities we encourage you to apply today and join our team providing Life Changing Medicine!

Purpose:

Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees. Protects hospital assets and confidential information.

Sign-on Bonus!

$1,500 sign-on bonus for a two-year commitment!

Responsibilities:

* * Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.

* * Performs other duties as assigned.

* Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists

* Complete all mandatory training programs per departmental guidelines

* Conduct patient escorts and stand-by details

* Establish a uniformed security presence by patrolling UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to deter criminal activity, document activities, and contact UPMC Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary.

* Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels as necessary to prevent theft

* Maintain required certifications and licensing

* Monitor security, fire, and environmental alarms, respond to alarms and assist when needed.

* Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code

* Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment.

* Report and document incidents, suspicious activities and hazards

* Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary.

* Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas.

* Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue.

Qualifications:

* High School diploma or equivalent preferred.

* High level of integrity required for handling sensitive/confidential UPMC information.

* Must possess strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potential combative situations with persons from all walks of life.

* Psychological fitness required to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.

* Physical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies.

* Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in written format.

* Good interpersonal skills; able to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.

* All applicants will be subject to a thorough background and criminal record check.

* Must be available for all shifts.

* Officers are required to wear a bullet proof vest.

* Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement should consult the applicable collective bargaining for specific requirements.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

* Act 235 with Firearms OR Act 235 without Firearms - All officers hired without a valid Act 235 must complete the 235 certifications within their first 180 days of employment.

* Must meet audio and visual standards outlined in Act 235 at time of hire.

* Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - certification required within 30 days of hire.

* Valid Driver's License.

* Successfully pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard prior to hire.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran