Pediatric Health Security & Safety Specialist

WVU Medicine; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine is seeking a Security Officer to provide information and assistance to patients, visitors and staff, while enforcing policies to maintain a safe environment. The role includes patrols, incident reporting and coordination during emergencies.

Responsibilities include responding to requests with courtesy, assisting with transports, monitoring parking and access control, and supporting in disaster drills per department guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year security experience OR an associate degree in criminal justice, criminology, forensics, law or related field of study
• Valid Driver’s License
• Obtain certification in BLS or HeartSaver First Aid within 60 days of hire date
• State criminal background check and Federal (if applicable) background checks as required for regulated areas

Responsibilities

• Maintains visibility at assigned locations to provide information and resource direction for patients, visitors and staff
• Responds to requests for information/assistance in a courteous manner
• Provides transport, escort and access services for patients, visitors and staff
• Monitors traffic flow in parking areas and issues permits and warnings as needed
• Protects people and property per policies and procedures
• Performs routine building rounds and exterior patrols
• Reports suspicious situations and incidents per policy
• Assists during fire and disaster drills and other emergencies
• Documents activities and incidents factually and legibly for supervision

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Observant

Training security officers

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate degree in criminal justice/related field

Job description

WVU Medicine is seeking a Security Officer to provide information and assistance to patients, visitors and staff, while enforcing policies to maintain a safe environment. The role includes patrols, incident reporting and coordination during emergencies.

Responsibilities include responding to requests with courtesy, assisting with transports, monitoring parking and access control, and supporting in disaster drills per department guidelines.