Safety & Security Officer Trainee

Job Title

Safety & Security Officer Trainee

Safety & Security

Rochester Regional Hospital, Rochester, NY 14621

40 hours per week; 6:30am – 3:00pm

The role is responsible for assisting in maintaining the safety and security of the Rochester Regional Health facilities, under supervision. The trainee will learn and demonstrate the duties of a full security officer, including performing security patrols, answering security calls, conducting initial investigations, and responding to emergencies. The role emphasizes customer service and teamwork, and the trainee will receive on‑job training in all essential security functions.

• Training & Development:
  Complete required security training, certifications, and shadowing to learn hospital policies, procedures, and emergency protocols.
• Security Operations (Under Supervision):
  Assist with patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, incident response, and emergency drills while gaining hands‑on experience.
• Safety & Risk Awareness:
  Identify and report hazards, participate in fire safety checks, and support patient and visitor safety initiatives.
• Reporting & Documentation:
  Prepare clear, accurate incident and activity reports while learning investigatory and documentation practices.
• Professional Conduct & Teamwork:
  Uphold hospital values, demonstrate integrity, and work collaboratively under guidance to develop into a fully independent security officer.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Required licensure/certification skills.
• NYS Security Guard License within 90 days of hire.
• Valid NYS Driver’s License.

• Strong interest in safety and security, public safety, or law enforcement.
• Excellent communication skills and a customer‑focused attitude.
• Ability to maintain a professional demeanor in high‑stress or emergency situations.
• Demonstrated interest in security, safety, or law enforcement.

Medium physical work:
Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;
Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

$21.00 – $21.00 per hour.

Other Notes: For disease‑specific care programs refer to the program‑specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement: Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.