Secondary Employment Officer

Baptist Memorial Health Care; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care in Memphis, TN is seeking an Active Commissioned MPD Police Officer to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff. The role requires midnight shift availability and adherence to hospital security policies and state laws where work is performed.

You will patrol, monitor access, respond to alarms, document incidents, and maintain professional conduct. Requires current commissioned officer status and completion of law enforcement training

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods.
• Ability to greet and assist the public professionally.
• Commitment to safety and policy adherence.

Responsibilities

• Enforces security rules and laws of the state where work is performed.
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal communication and customer service.
• Monitors entrances/exits to prevent theft and ensure safety.
• Operates alarm, video, and access control systems.
• Patrols campus on foot and by vehicle.
• Responds to alarms and emergencies per protocol.
• Documents incidents and maintains logs.
• Maintains disciplinary records as required by the employing agency.

Skills

Security knowledge

De-escalation communication

Independent judgment

Multitasking

Report writing

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalen

Law enforcement training academy

Job description

Job Summary

Active Commissioned MPD Police Officer in state where work is being performed, will perform all necessary functions to ensure a safe and secure environment for Baptist Memorial Hospital (BMH) patients, visitors and staff, their property and Baptist Memorial Hospital property by enforcing established Baptist Memorial Hospital and Security Department policies and procedures, and applicable laws of the State where work is being performed. Performs all other duties as assigned. Must be able to work midnight shift at Baptist.

Responsibilities

• Enforces the BMH security rules, policies, and procedures and enforces Laws of the State where work is being performed as necessary in the support of the mission. Maintains good standings on required certifications and licensures.
• Demonstrate exemplary interpersonal communication and customer service skills and maintain a professional appearance while serving as ambassadors of the organization
• Monitors and authorizes entrance and exits of individuals to guard against theft and maintain safety and security of premises.
• Operates and monitors alarm, security, video management, and access control systems.
• Patrols on-foot and via company vehicle to further monitor hospital campus.
• Secures premises by patrolling property, inspecting buildings and access points.
• Responds to alarms, disturbances, unusual or emergency situations using appropriate escalation of force up to following established protocols.
• Documents occurrences and related acts as such incidents occur to maintain the security of BMH. Performs escorts to staff as required within policy guidance.
• Maintaining a detailed log of all activities.
• Maintains satisfactory disciplinary record with current employing law enforcement agency

Experience - Minimum Required

• Currently Employed /Active (2) years Commissioned Police Officer, Sheriff’s Deputy, or State Trooper - Required

Education - Minimum Required

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required. Completion of Certified Law Enforcement Training Academy - Required.

Preferred/Desired Skills

• College level course in Criminal Justice.

Training - Minimum Required

• OC or Pepper Spray, Baton Certification. Possess or have the ability to obtain CPR/BLS/De-escalation certification within 14 days of hire.

Training - Preferred/Desired

• Completion of CIT training and taser certification.

Special Skills - Minimum Required

• Knowledge of security and criminal investigation methods.
• Ability to exhibit appropriate behavior when greeting and assisting members of the public.
• Ability to maintain working relationship with co-workers.
• Ability to carry out assigned duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively and verbally deescalate patients, staff and visitors when necessary.
• Ability to organize multiple tasks and maintain control of workflow.
• Ability to understand and prepare written materials at a moderate level, such as Incident Reports.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to exercise independent judgment.

Licensure - Minimum Required

• License/Certification/Registries (valid for the State where work is performed): Driver's License Required. Must Maintain Law Enforcement Certification During Employment Required. Eligible for a Surety Bond and Must Maintain During Employment - Required.