Licensed Senior Security Officer

Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Hospital, part of Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, is seeking a Licensed Senior Security Officer for full-time day shifts.

Under the direction of the Lead Security Officer, you will provide armed, uniformed security across SPHP campuses and respond to threats to protect colleagues, patients, visitors, and property. The role requires a NYS Armed Security Guard license, a valid NYS driver license, and a minimum of five years of armed security or healthcare security experience; active

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Unexpired NYS Armed Security Guard License (includes firearms training and 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 of NY Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law; knowledge of use of force continuum.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed, uniformed security presence across SPHP campuses.
• Assess threats, provide immediate response, and mitigate offenses to protect staff, patients, visitors and property.
• Investigate and report incidents to Lead Security Officer; coordinate with law enforcement as needed.

Education

High School Diploma/GED

NYS Armed Security Guard license

Active police officer certification

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

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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.