Public Safety Officer - Armed (Full Time, 2nd Shift)

Advocatehealth; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Public Safety Officer, where your commitment to safety and security will make a real difference. This full-time role involves responding to emergencies, conducting patrols, and maintaining a secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. You'll work collaboratively with law enforcement and first responders, ensuring compliance with safety protocols. With a focus on professionalism, you will inspire confidence and provide critical support in challenging situations. If you're ready to take on a rewarding role that combines public safety with community service, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Healthcare Benefits

Uniforms Provided

Training and Development

Retirement Plans

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in security or public safety preferred.
• Healthcare Security Certification (CHSO) required within two years.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services with professionalism and compassion.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents, ensuring safety.

Skills

Emergency Response

Effective Communication

De-escalation Techniques

Firearm Proficiency

Patrol Skills

Customer Service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Radio Communication

Computers (Word, Excel)

Job description

Public Safety Officer - Armed (Full Time, 2nd Shift)

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Public Safety Officer - Armed (Full Time, 2nd Shift)

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• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus now offered for External Hires through December 2024. Will be paid out in two installments—50% at 90 days and the remaining 50% after 6 months of employment.***

It's More Than a Job, It's a Calling!

• $5,000 Sign-On Bonus now offered for External Hires through December 2024. Will be paid out in two installments—50% at 90 days and the remaining 50% after 6 months of employment.***

Position: Public Safety Officer I - Armed
Location: Illinois Masonic Medical Center (IMMC); Chicago's North Side, near Wrigleyville Neighborhood
Full Time; 2nd Shift
Hours: 3pm-11:30pm
Major Responsibilities

• Provides security services with professionalism, fairness, and compassion in challenging circumstances, adhering to policies, procedures, and training. Presents a professional and approachable appearance to inspire confidence among patients, visitors, and staff. Maintains alertness, ethics, and compliance with safety rules. Keeps department uniforms and equipment in good condition.
• Performs interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety, including inspections, hazard identification, fire safety audits, valuables management, and contraband searches. Assists with directions, information, and physical help. Manages traffic, monitors conduct, and questions unauthorized persons.
• Responds to workplace violence, threats, and service calls involving combative or threatening individuals. Acts as a de-escalation resource.
• Responds to emergencies like infant abduction, fire, or active threats. Acts swiftly and physically when necessary to prevent injury.
• Investigates incidents on property, documents reports accurately, and escalates complaints appropriately.
• Conducts liaison rounds, fosters partnerships, and delivers security awareness education to staff.
• Coordinates with law enforcement and first responders, ensuring policy compliance and safety during prisoner transport.
• Maintains current training standards, including radio communication, de-escalation, CPR, restraints, Taser use, and equipment handling.

License/Registration/Certification Required

• Healthcare Security Certification (CHSO) from IAHSS within two years of appointment. Recertification not required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• FOID Card or CCW license from Illinois.
• Meet Illinois licensing requirements and obtain Firearm Control Card within 90 days.
• Certified in Taser use within 90 days and periodically thereafter.

Education Required

• High School Diploma or GED

Experience Required

• Typically 1 year in security, public safety, or customer service, with experience in responding to emergencies and resolving risk-related issues.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Illinois armed course completion with pistol endorsement.
• Willingness to carry a department-issued firearm, maintained by the officer.
• Ability to pass annual firearm qualification with a score of 70% or higher.
• Mature judgment, courteous demeanor, quick assessment skills, and effective communication.
• Proficiency with computers (Word, Excel, web, database).
• Must pass background, drug, physical, and psychological screenings.
• Ability to physically restrain and defend when necessary.
• Effective communication skills, including radio and phone.
• Appropriate interaction with staff, patients, and visitors, especially in difficult situations.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

• Sit, stand, walk, drive; lift up to 35 lbs; push/pull with 35 lbs of force; operate firearms safely.
• Correctable 20/20 vision.
• Exposure to hazards; protective clothing as needed.
• Operate necessary equipment.
• Frequent exposure to aggressive behavior and stress.
• Must be physically fit to walk facilities, restrain individuals, and assist with patient lifting.

This description provides a general overview and may include additional duties as needed.