Private Security Police - Armed - 40 hrs/wk - Variable Shift - St. John

Henry Ford Health; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health seeks a Security Officer to provide essential security services ensuring a safe environment for staff and visitors. Responsibilities include proactive monitoring of potential threats and managing security incidents while maintaining policies on alarms and emergency preparedness.

Candidates must possess a Driver's License, Michigan Concealed Pistol License, and preferably BLS Provider and Law Enforcement certifications. A high school diploma or equivalent and three years of relevant experience are also required.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Driver's License from Michigan Bureau of Motor Vehicles.
• Michigan Concealed Pistol License is required.
• BLS Provider and Law Enforcement credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform proactive monitoring of security threats.
• Investigate and manage security incidents.
• Maintain knowledge of emergency preparedness plans.

Skills

Proactive monitoring

Incident investigation

Safety assistance

Education

High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable experience

Professional licensure/certification

3 years of security/law enforcement experience

Job description

General Summary

Provides security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors. Responsibilities include:

• Performs proactive monitoring and timely responses to potential or actual security threats.
• Investigates, documents, and manages security incidents and hazards.
• Maintains knowledge of and follows policies regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plans, and may facilitate planned drills and simulations.
• Provides information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety.
• For security officers who operate a vehicle, operates safely and responsibly to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

Certifications/Licensing Required

• Driver's License credentialed from the Michigan Bureau of Motor Vehicles before hire date or job transfer date required.
• Michigan Concealed Pistol License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred (American Heart Association or American Red Cross acceptable).
• Law Enforcement preferred; Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc. preferred.
• Security Professional preferred.

Education/Experience Required

• High School diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience required.
• Required professional licensure or certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
• 3 years of security, law enforcement, military, or fire experience.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital
• Department: HFSJH Security
• Shift: Variable
• Union Code: Not Applicable