Security Officer - Saginaw; Armed

Summary

This position performs routine patrols, writes incident reports, responds to non‑emergency and emergency calls throughout the entire campus and as requested by security supervision. Provides security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.

• (35%) Conducts continuous random patrols, utilizing the patrol vehicle, bicycle, or foot patrol
• (30%) Responds to all calls received from the public, hospital staff, and the security dispatcher
• (15%) Monitors and pages all fire codes, as received on the fire monitor system located in security dispatch
• (10%) Escorts patients to In Patient Mental Health, or other areas of the facility, as requested by staff (i.e. doctor, nurse)
• (10%) Responds to hospital emergency overhead pages as determined by security dispatch

• Monitors and reports alarms received on the S&D alarm panel, generator alarm panel, HVAC computer, Medical Air Gases alarm panel
• Answers all calls for assistance received on the security emergency phone line or facilities help line
• Creates a maintenance work order for all calls received on the facilities help line
• Enters information from maintenance job logs and work orders into the TMS application
• Monitors CCTV system for any and all suspicious circumstances, dispatching a security officer when required
• Assists with helicopter flight operations; secures and unlocks doors, as prescribed by policies or procedures, or at the direction of the Security Manager and Supervisor
• Notifies the Security Manager and/or Supervisor via chain of command for any and all major incidents that occur of facility property
• Enforces parking policy, as directed
• Escorts employees to and from their vehicle, as requested or assigned by the Security Supervisor or the Security Manager
• Responds to all panic alarms located throughout the facility
• Responsible for enforcing that all contractors working above the ceiling or who have removed a ceiling tile have a yellow copy of the Above Ceiling Access Permit
• Writes reports as required by policies
• Follows all departmental and medical center policies and procedures

• BLS:
  Basic Life Support (Equivalent
  
  Experience:
  
  Within 3 months of hire or transfer)
• TEAM ADVANCED:
  Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (Equivalent
  
  Experience:
  
  Within 6 months of hire or transfer; 24 months to complete for employees on or before 8/1/2024)
• DMVCHECK: DMV Record Check (Essential)
• CPL:
  Concealed Pistol License (Essential)
• MCOLES FIREARMS: MI Commission on Law Enforcement Firearms (Required pre‑hire and annually after hire)
• PPE:
  Pre‑Employment Psychological Examination (Pre‑hire only)

High School Diploma

• Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups
• Ability to interact with people at all levels to convey information clearly and understandably
• My Michigan Health is a technology‑driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows
• An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by My Michigan Health

• Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, trauma, grief, and death
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitutes if required
• Must be able to move freely about the facility with or without an assistance device and perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description
• Vision and hearing necessary with or without assisted devices
• Frequently required to sit, stand, or walk for long periods; may require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling, or crouching
• Some exposure to blood‑borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material; must follow My Michigan Health blood borne pathogen and TB testing requirements
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, work independently, maintain regular attendance, and stay alert
• Dexterity required for handling, reaching, grasping, and repeated movements

Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0‑33% of the workday) lift or carry 11‑20 lbs., frequently (34‑66% of the workday) lift 10 lbs., and/or walk, stand, push, or pull arm/leg controls.