Hospital Weapons Screening & Safety Specialist

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Shift differential

Annual merit increases

Comprehensive benefits

Career growth

Job summary

UPMC is seeking experienced security professionals to operate weapons screening at hospitals across Pittsburgh. This full-time role involves maintaining a secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff, with a focus on detecting weapons and preventing violence.

A generous sign-on bonus is offered, along with opportunities for career growth and merit-based increases. Schedules vary by location and may require flexibility for shifts.

Qualifications

• Experience in security or public safety environments.
• Ability to operate and monitor weapons detection equipment.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate weapons detection equipment at entrances to screen people, bags, and belongings.
• Identify threats or prohibited items and document actions taken.
• Collaborate with Public Safety and hospital staff to address security issues.
• Provide professional assistance to visitors, staff, and patients passing through screening areas.
• Maintain and inspect weapons detection gear and report malfunctions.

Skills

Security screening

Public safety

Customer service

Tools

Weapons detection equipment

Job description

UPMC is seeking experienced security professionals to operate weapons screening at hospitals across Pittsburgh. This full-time role involves maintaining a secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff, with a focus on detecting weapons and preventing violence.

A generous sign-on bonus is offered, along with opportunities for career growth and merit-based increases. Schedules vary by location and may require flexibility for shifts.