Evening Hospital Public Safety Officer

South Shore Health; Weymouth (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

South Shore Health is seeking a Full-time Security & Public Safety Officer to patrol the Weymouth campus and satellite buildings, and to provide protective services for patients, visitors, staff and assets. The role requires incident response, access control and the ability to de-escalate when needed.

Responsibilities include patrolling, escorting individuals, enforcing policies (smoking, identification badges), and maintaining safety by reporting incidents and coordinating with supervisors.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma plus willingness to obtain required licenses.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for a hospital setting.
• Ability to maintain composure and de-escalate tense situations.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital campus and adjacent areas to enforce policy and ensure safety.
• Provide escorts and assist patients, visitors and staff as needed.
• Respond to emergencies (codes) and coordinate with responders.
• Perform incident documentation and reporting per department procedures.
• Maintain access control and security of facilities and parking areas.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

De-escalation

Observation and reporting

Lifting and endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Access control systems

Database software

Video surveillance systems

Job description

South Shore Health is seeking a Full-time Security & Public Safety Officer to patrol the Weymouth campus and satellite buildings, and to provide protective services for patients, visitors, staff and assets. The role requires incident response, access control and the ability to de-escalate when needed.

Responsibilities include patrolling, escorting individuals, enforcing policies (smoking, identification badges), and maintaining safety by reporting incidents and coordinating with supervisors.