Security Officer
Job in
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, 15222, USA
Listed on 2026-06-04
Listing for:
UPMC
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-04
Job specializations:
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Security
Security Guard, Site Security, Unarmed Security, Security Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
$1,500 sign-on bonus available with 2-year commitment (external and eligible candidates)
Responsibilities:
+ Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas
+ Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment.
+ Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels as necessary to prevent theft
+ Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary.
+ Maintain required certifications and licensing
+ Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists
+ Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue
+ Monitor security, fire, and environmental alarms, respond to alarms and assist when needed.
+ 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.
+ Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code
+ Conduct patient escorts and stand-by details
+ Complete all mandatory training programs per departmental guidelines
+ Report and document incidents, suspicious activities and hazards
+ 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:
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 30 days of hire
+ Driver's License
+ UPMC Physical Fitness Standard
+ Act 235 with Firearms with renewal
+ Act 235 without Firearms with renewal
+ Act 34
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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