Officer 2

Hunterdon Health; Bartles Corners (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc. is seeking a Security Officer to provide protection for persons and property at the hospital in Flemington, NJ.

This full-time role covers the day shift (Mon-Fri, 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM) and involves patrols, emergency response, and access control, including badge issuance and maintenance. Responsibilities include documenting security activities, assisting guests and staff, and ensuring compliance with hospital regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Prefer Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record; minimum three years driving experience.
• Must be certified in Workplace Violence Prevention within 90 days of employment.
• Must complete IAHSS Basic Officer Certification within 90 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital premises to enforce safety policies.
• Respond to emergencies and activate appropriate actions.
• Complete and submit security reports daily.
• Greet and assist patients, visitors, and staff courteously.
• Control entry of patients, visitors, staff, and vendors.
• ID Services: manage badge issuance, access control, scheduling, documentation, and compliance.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Job description

HHS Hunterdon Healthcare System Inc. , 2100 Wescott Drive , Flemington , NJ

Full-time

M-F 7-3:30 , Day shift

Hiring Range: $19.00 - $23.75 Hourly

PositionSummary

Provides assistance and protection to persons and property at Hunterdon Healthcare. Ensures Medical Center regulations and procedures are followed and takes appropriate action to ensure the safety of all.

Primary Position Responsibilities

1.Patrol - Conduct security and safety patrols of the hospital, both internal and external, to enforce all hospital-wide and department-specific security and safety policies.

2.Respond to Emergencies – Respond to all security and emergency situations as dispatched or assigned and initiate appropriate actions during; fire alarm activations, workplace violence situations, medical emergencies, and all other emergency situations.

3.Documentation - Complete and submit all required security reports and daily activity reports.

4.Customer Service - Greets and assists all persons interacting in the hospital in a courteous and helpful manner

5.Controls patient, visitor, staff, and vendor entry to the facility utilizing the appropriate visitor and vendor software

6.A Security Officer assigned to ID Services is responsible for managing the full lifecycle of identification badge issuance and access control support. This role includes responding to email inquiries in a timely and professional manner, coordinating and scheduling appointments for staff, contractors, and visitors, and verifying required documentation. The officer produces and programs ID cards, ensuring all badges are created accurately with the appropriate access levels based on role and authorization. Additional responsibilities include maintaining detailed records, troubleshooting badge or access issues, and ensuring compliance with organizational security policies and procedures while delivering a high level of customer service.

Qualifications

Required:

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Preferred:

Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice

Minimum Years of Experience (Amount, Type and Variation)

Required:

None

Preferred:

1 Year Experience in Security, Law Enforcement, or related field

License, Registry or Certification

Required:

Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record and a minimum of three (3) years driving experience
Within 90 Days of Employment all officers must be certified in Workplace Violence Prevention.
Within 90 Days of Employment all officers must complete the IAHSS Basic Officer Certification Program.

Preferred:

CPR/AED

Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities

Required:

None

Preferred:

Excellent communication skills and the ability to defuse hostile situations

Hunterdon Health is committed to providing a competitive benefit package to our employees. Benefit offerings vary based on status and may include but not be limited to medical, dental, vision, family forming, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings.

The hiring range listed is the potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement. When determining an applicant’s hourly rate and/or base salary, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., years of relevant experience, education, internal equity, and specialty).