Security Specialist

Security Specialist

The Security Specialist is an experienced security officer responsible for facilitating and managing staff development within the Security Department and organizing daily operations. This individual is knowledgeable and able to perform all principal duties and responsibilities of the Senior Security Officer in addition to performing leadership level tasks in support of the Security Supervisor/Manager. The Security Specialist may support one or more business units and work to promote a safe, secure environment for staff, patients, and visitors of Aspirus.

Full Time; 0.9 FTE or 72 hours per pay period. Varied Shifts.

• Required High School Diploma, or equivalent.
• Completion of designated courses at technical college level and/or Security/Law Enforcement Certification as approved by the Regional Director, Facilities Management & Security.
• Associate degree in Police Science or Criminal Justice or equivalent education preferred.
• Minimum combined experience of 5-7 years preferred in these categories: satisfactory service‑certified Law Enforcement Officer, military service in a security or Law Enforcement related field, health care security officer with demonstrated ability to perform leadership level tasks of a Senior Security Officer.
• Possesses and maintains a valid state Driver’s License.
• (BLS) Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire.
• Aspirus approved de‑escalation training within six weeks of hire.
• Advanced de‑escalation training certification within six weeks of hire.
• WPV De‑escalation Trainer program within six weeks of hire.
• National Incident Management System 100, 200, 700 and 800 within six months of hire.
• National Incident Management System 300 completion within one year of hire.
• I.A.H.S.S. Basic Security and Safety Officer Certification within 6 months of hire.
• I.A.H.S.S. Advanced Security and Safety Officer Certification within one year of hire.
• I.A.H.S.S. Supervisor Level Training and Certification within one year of hire.
• Aspirus decontamination training within one year of hire.
• Demonstrate ability to use N95 or PAPR (Powered Air Purified Respirator) and other precautionary equipment.
• Must have the ability to be flexible in work hours including shift and days. May be required to work any shift or day, weekend, and holidays. May be required to work overtime without advance notice.
• Possesses ability to operate computerized equipment, two‑way radio, personal computer and related software.
• Provide excellent customer service skills.
• Demonstrate self‑restraint in challenging and/or difficult situations as well as maintaining professional composure during emergencies or in pressure circumstances.
• Must be able to work in inclement weather and in weather extremes.
• Possesses advanced skills in Microsoft Office – Excel, Power Point, Word.

• Full benefits packages available for part- and full-time status.
• PTO accrual from day one.
• Generous retirement plan with match available.
• Wellness program for employees and their families.