Public Safety Officer I - Armed (Registry, 2nd Shift)

Advocatehealth; Oak Lawn (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a dedicated Public Safety Officer to join their team. This role involves providing security services with professionalism and compassion, ensuring the safety of patients and visitors. You will conduct patrols, respond to emergencies, and maintain a professional demeanor to inspire confidence. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma, experience in security or public safety, and the willingness to carry a firearm. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will make a significant impact on community safety.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in security or public safety.
• Completion of State of Illinois armed course and firearm endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services with professionalism and compassion.
• Conduct patrols to ensure safety and identify hazards.
• Respond to emergencies and de-escalate situations.

Skills

Willingness to carry a firearm

Effective communication

Sound judgment

Physical fitness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Public Safety Officer I - Armed (Registry, 2nd Shift)

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Position Overview

Location: Christ Medical Center; Oak Lawn, IL.
Registry/PRN status - scheduled on-call, as needed, to help fill in for departmental gaps and needs.
2nd shift coverage when scheduled

Responsibilities

• Provide security services with professionalism, fairness, and compassion, following policies, procedures, and training. Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor to inspire confidence.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols to ensure safety, identify vulnerabilities, hazards, fire conditions, manage patient valuables, and perform contraband searches. Assist patients, visitors, and team members.
• Respond to workplace violence, service calls, and de-escalate situations as needed.
• Plan, prevent, and respond to emergencies such as lost children, fire, and active threats. Intervene physically when necessary.
• Investigate incidents, complete reports, and escalate complaints appropriately.
• Perform liaison rounding, security awareness education, and coordinate with law enforcement and first responders.
• Maintain current training standards in communication, de-escalation, CPR, restraints, Taser, and equipment use.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• Typically 1 year of experience in security, public safety, or customer service responding to emergent situations.
• State of Illinois armed course completion, firearm endorsement, valid driver’s license, FOID or CCW license.
• Certification in Taser use within 90 days of hire.

Skills and Abilities

• Willingness to carry a firearm and maintain required certifications.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment, handle dangerous situations, and communicate effectively.
• Physical ability to perform job functions, including restraining individuals and operating equipment.

Physical and Working Conditions

• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, drive, lift up to 35 lbs, and operate firearms safely.
• Visual acuity of 20/20 or corrected to 20/20.
• Exposure to hazards, emotionally charged situations, and personal stress.