Licensed Senior Security Officer

Trinity Health; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Hospital is seeking a Licensed Senior Security Officer for the Day shift. This full-time role, based on SPHP campuses, carries responsibility for armed, uniformed security and safety across facilities.

Under direction of the Lead Security Officer, you will assess threats, respond to incidents, coordinate with law enforcement, and document events thoroughly. Shift flexibility may require picking up hours at other SPHP acute care facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Unexpired NYS Armed Security Guard License.
• Minimum five years Armed Security Guard experience.
• Five years Healthcare/Hospital security or five years Law Enforcement preferred.
• Knowledge of New York Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law.
• Knowledge of use of force continuum and its application.
• Active police officer certification; must obtain NYS license within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed, uniformed security presence throughout SPHP campuses.
• Assess threats, provide immediate response to offenses.
• Mitigate offenses against life and safety of colleagues, staff, patients, visitors and others.
• Coordinate with law enforcement agencies based on threat assessment and offenses.
• Submit thorough reports to Lead Security Officer and SPHP Leadership.
• Pick up hours as the need arises, at our Acute care facilities, other than primary work location.

Skills

Armed security experience

NYS Armed Security Guard license

NYS Drivers License

Healthcare security experience

Criminal law knowledge

Active police officer certification

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift

Description

Licensed Senior Security Officer - St. Peter's Hospital - Full Time - Days

Under the direction of the Lead Security Officer, is responsible for the performance of all security and safety duties as assigned. Provide armed, uniformed Security presence throughout SPHP campuses. Senior Security Officers will assess threats, provide immediate response to, and mitigate offenses against public order, life and safety of colleagues, staff, patients, visitors and others on and within the buildings and grounds of SPHP. Offenses or events requiring investigation and thorough reporting will be made and submitted to Lead Security Officer and other SPHP Leadership. Coordination with law enforcement agencies based on threat assessment and offenses. Pick up hours as the need arises, at our Acute care facilities, other than primary work location.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED Certificate required.
• Valid NYS Drivers License.
• Unexpired NYS Armed Security Guard License (includes firearms training and a valid NYS pistol permit).
• Minimum of five years Armed Security Guard experience.
• Five (5) years Healthcare/ Hospital security or five (5) years Law Enforcement experience preferred.
• Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the New York State Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law.
• Knowledge and understanding of the use of force continuum and it's application within a private security setting.
• Active police officer certification; active police officers required to obtain NYS Armed Security Guard license within 6 months of hire.

Pay Range: $25.00 - $35.70

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.