Officer

Loma Linda University Health; Murrieta (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Loma Linda University Health is seeking a security officer to provide professional security services across campus. The role emphasizes positive interaction with the public, students, employees and administrators, responding to a variety of calls, and assisting in emergencies and non-emergencies.

The officer will investigate safety hazards, incidents, and criminal activities, patrol designated areas, and maintain accountability within the department's chain of command.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree preferred; minimum one year of experience in a hospital or university security environment or related experience preferred.
• Able to read, write, and speak English with professional quality; operate standard office software and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol designated areas to protect the public, students, employees and property.
• Respond to calls and provide assistance in emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Investigate and document safety hazards, incidents and criminal activities (electronic and written).
• Maintain accountability within the department's chain of command and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

English proficiency

Computer literacy

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Customer service

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

PowerPoint

Job description

Job Summary

The Officer performs security service duties through professional and positive interaction with the public, students, employees and administrators. Responds to a variety of calls; provides assistance in emergency and non-emergency situations. Investigates and documents (both electronically and written) safety hazards, incidents and criminal activities. Has ability to perform the physical and environmental demands as outlined in the job description, policies and procedures. Responsible for patrol of designated areas to insure the protection of the public, students, employees and property of the LLUH organization. Is accountable to the department's chain of command for initiative, judgment and general competence exhibited in the performance of assignments, calls for service and day to day general duties. Performs other duties as needed.

Education and Experience

Associate's Degree preferred. Minimum one year of experience in a hospital or university security environment or related experience preferred.

Knowledge and Skills

Able to perform job duties while wearing necessary equipment and personal protective gear. Able to read, write legibly; speak in English with professional quality; use computer, printer, and software programs necessary to the position (e.g., Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Operate/troubleshoot basic office equipment required for the position. Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously when under pressure; collaborate and accept direction. Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; manage multiple assignments effectively; organize and prioritize workload; work well under pressure; problem solve; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail; work independently with minimal supervision. Able to distinguish colors as necessary; hear sufficiently for general conversation in person and on the telephone, and identify and distinguish various sounds associated with the workplace; see adequately to read computer screens, and written documents necessary to the position.

Licensures and Certifications

Valid Driver's License required at time of hire. Department of Consumers Affairs Bureau of Security and Investigative Services Guard Card (prior to employment start date) required. Baton certification, chemical agents certification, and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) required within the first six months of employment. PC 832 training to be completed within the first year of employment.