Licensed Sr. Security Officer - Samaritan Hospital - FT Days

St. Peter's Health Partners; City of Troy (NY); On-site; USD 71,635,000 - 102,295,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Peter's Health Partners is seeking a Licensed Senior Security Officer for Samaritan Hospital. The role involves providing armed, uniformed security across SPHP campuses, assessing threats, and coordinating with law enforcement as needed.

The position requires NYS armed security license, active police certification or eligibility, and 5+ years in healthcare security or law enforcement, with day shift availability. Pay ranges from $25.00 to $35.70 per hour.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid NYS Driver's License.
• Unexpired NYS Armed Security Guard License (includes firearms training and NYS pistol permit).
• Five years Armed Security Guard experience.
• Five years Healthcare/Hospital security or five years Law Enforcement preferred.
• Knowledge of NY Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law.
• Knowledge of use-of-force continuum in private security.
• Active police officer certification; license must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• P ass approved Trinity Health firearms training and qualification within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide armed, uniformed security presence throughout SPHP campuses.
• Assess threats, respond to and mitigate offenses impacting safety of colleagues, staff, patients, visitors and others.
• Submit investigations and reports to Lead Security Officer and SPHP leadership.
• Coordinate with law enforcement based on threat assessment and offenses.
• Pickup hours as needed at acute care facilities beyond primary work location.

Skills

Threat assessment

Immediate response

Cooperation with law enforcement

Security operations

Public safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Valid NYS Drivers License

Unexpired NYS Armed Security Guard License

Active police officer certification

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift

Licensed Sr. Security Officer - Samaritan Hospital - FT 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.

• 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.
• P ass approved Trinity Health firearms training and qualification program within 30 days 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.