On-Call Public Safety & Security Officer

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago is seeking a Public Safety Officer to patrol assigned areas, secure facilities, and respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies. You will assist patients and staff, manage access points, and conduct investigations with accurate reporting.

The role requires a valid Illinois driver’s license, security training, and experience handling safety protocols. The position involves working in a hospital environment, lifting up to 35 lbs, and performing duties in all

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• At least 20 hours of training or Peace Officer certification.
• Security experience preferred (2 years).
• Knowledge of security procedures, investigations, reporting and safety rules.
• Strong interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Ability to confront and restrain hostile individuals.
• Valid Illinois driver’s license within 6 months.
• IAHSS Beginner Certification within 12 months.
• Associate degree in criminal justice or military experience preferred.
• Public Safety apprentice program available to internal candidates.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas, searching for safety hazards and unauthorized persons.
• Maintains secure facilities and controls access to rooms and offices.
• Responds to burglaries, alarms, disturbances, and public safety calls.
• Conducts preliminary investigations and prepares written reports.
• Enforces safety rules and regulations, including smoking and parking.
• Provides directions and information to patients, visitors and staff.
• Assists with transporting employees to offsite garages and authorized areas.
• Assists with traffic control for main driveway and parking areas.
• Transports prescriptions, blood, gases, patient stats, and orders as needed.
• Performs other duties in the best interest of Shirley Ryan AbilityLab.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Incident reporting

Public safety rules

De-escalation

Observation

Restraint technique

Vehicle transfers

System proficiency

Education

High school diploma

Peace Officer certification

Illinois driver’s license

IAHSS Beginner Certification

Associates in criminal justice (preferred)

Tools

Outlook

Cerner

Informacast

C-Cure

Job description

Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago is seeking a Public Safety Officer to patrol assigned areas, secure facilities, and respond to alarms, incidents, and emergencies. You will assist patients and staff, manage access points, and conduct investigations with accurate reporting.

The role requires a valid Illinois driver’s license, security training, and experience handling safety protocols. The position involves working in a hospital environment, lifting up to 35 lbs, and performing duties in all