Armed Security Officer-STLCTY

Barnes-Jewish Hospital; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Benefits Package

Tuition Assistance

401K plan

Paid professional training

Shift Differential pay

Job summary

A major medical center in Missouri is looking for an Armed Security Officer. This role involves responding to emergencies, preventing losses, and maintaining safety through regular patrols. Applicants require a High School Diploma or GED, and no prior experience is necessary. The position offers a generous benefits package from day one, including PTO, retirement options, and professional training.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid driver's license.
• No prior experience is required.
• ASP Baton Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Prevent losses and report irregularities.
• Mitigate crisis situations.
• Complete incident reports and maintain surveillance.
• Conduct regular patrols within the facility.

Skills

Observation skills

Crisis management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree

Tools

Surveillance equipment

Job description

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Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The security division of the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Department of Public Safety concentrates on the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff within the hospital and on campus. The department provides field officers, bike and mobile patrol, investigators, and a communication unit for monitoring alarm systems and dispatching officers to service and emergency calls. All officers are required to complete annual training that focuses on health care security.

Responsibilities

• Responds to an array of emergency and non-emergency situations within the Barnes Jewish Hospital / St. Louis Childrens Hospital and Washington University Medical Campus, in St. Louis City, according to approved, established Department protocol.
• Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, information violators of policy and procedures.
• Mitigates crisis situations, such as responding to disturbances, fires, crimes against persons and property. Maintains the organization’s stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements and interacting with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department as necessary.
• Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.
• Secures the premises and personnel; monitor surveillance equipment; inspect buildings; equipment and access points; permitting entry into Barnes Jewish Hospital / St. Louis Childrens Hospital / Washington University Medical Complex by continuous patrols.
• BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Experience: No Experience
• Supervisor Experience: No Experience
• Licenses & Certifications: Valid Driver's License

Preferred Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree
• Experience: <2 years
• Licenses & Certifications: ASP Baton Certification; CPR/AED Instructor Cert; Nonviolent Crisis Intervention; PPCT; Armed Security Officers License

Benefits

• Generous Benefits Package with PTO and Tuition Assistance starting day 1
• Several Retirement Options including a 401K plan and either a Pension Plan or a 403 (b)
• Shift Differential pay for evenings, midnights and weekends
• Paid professional academy style training
• Opportunities for advancement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Not all benefits apply to all jobs; this description is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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