Officer I Unarmed

MedStar Health; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,251 - 43,545; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Washington, DC is seeking an Officer I Unarmed to ensure a safe environment at their hospital. Responsibilities include conducting security patrols, responding to emergencies, and assisting staff and visitors. Candidates should have a high school diploma, related experience, and crisis intervention skills, with a hiring range of $18.33 - $31.61 per hour. This position offers a role in a dynamic and essential security team.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years related security, corrections, or law enforcement experience.
• 1-2 years of MedStar experience may be substituted for direct law enforcement experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide necessary assistance to employees and customers during emergencies.
• Conduct security patrols throughout the facility as directed.
• Prepare and submit reports and logs of all incidents and activities.
• Investigate incidents and accidents, gathering information and evidence.

Skills

Crisis intervention skills

Safe de-escalation techniques

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Tools

Driver's License - Endorsement P

IAHSS certification

Job description

General Summary of Position

MedStar Health is looking for an Officer I Unarmed to join our team at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital!

As an Officer I Unarmed, you will ensure a safe environment for our patients, staff, and visitors. Patrols hospital property responds to calls for assistance, and reports on conditions, objects or persons which may impact the security and/or safety of patients, associates, physicians, visitors, or vendors, and responds according to established policies, procedures, and regulations. Mentors and trains security staff. Assumes charge role as needed. Officers are essential associates in a 24/7 environment and may be required to be flexible with scheduling and work "off-shifts." May obtain and maintain State of Maryland and/or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department Special Police Officer commission to carry out duties associated with crime control and response, designated as an Unarmed Officer, assigned and deployed within the hospital consistent with the limitations of the Unarmed SPO commission from Maryland State Police or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department.

Join one of the largest healthcare systems in the Baltimore-Washington metro region, also recognized as one of the "Healthiest Maryland Businesses". Apply today and learn how MedStar Health can be your next great career move!

Primary Duties:

• Immediately responds to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers. Conduct designated security patrols throughout the facility as directed. May be required to patrol the hospital campus/grounds via security by foot, motor vehicle or bicycle. Controls access to and inspects packages of those leaving buildings. Reports all safety, security, and law violations. Monitors security and appearance of lobbies, waiting areas, elevators, and entrances.
• Patrols the hospital campus/grounds via security motor vehicle or bicycle. Prepares and submits reports and logs of all incidents, investigations, and activities. Maintains department records, reports, and files. Proficient in and utilizes nonviolent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure staff, patients, visitors, and all others remain safe, calm, and respected while onsite.
• Helps with wayfinding, parking, deliveries, and other requested information for the hospital and MedStar affiliates. Responds to security and medical code calls. Investigates incidents and accidents. Gathers information and evidence. Notifies appropriate authorities or superiors and calls for backup assistance, as necessary.
• Testifies at legal proceedings, hearings, and trials. Collects and secures patient valuables and lost-and-found articles. Monitors camera surveillance and other security technology systems as directed. Responds to circumstances where the exercise of law enforcement authority may be required.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 1-2 years related security, corrections, or law enforcement experience.
• 1-2 years of MedStar experience may be substituted for direct law enforcement experience.
• Driver's License - Endorsement P (Passenger) Valid driver's license.
• BLS (Basic Life Support).
• SPO.
• IAHSS certification preferred.

Minimum Qualifications

This position has a hiring range of $18.33 - $31.61