Security Officer

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 65.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The General Hospital Corporation in Boston is seeking a Security Officer to help maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff by enforcing hospital security regulations and patrolling assigned areas. The role emphasizes vigilance, incident reporting, and coordinated response to security events.

Responsibilities include investigating complaints, reporting incidents, assisting with restraining individuals when necessary, and providing dispatcher support using integrated security

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• Experience in hospital security or law enforcement is a plus.
• Ability to obtain required licenses.
• Strong observation and reporting skills.

Responsabilidades

• Patrols assigned areas with emphasis on security hotspots.
• Investigates thefts and complaints; notifies law enforcement as appropriate.
• Prepares clear written incident reports and log notes.
• Operates dispatch and security systems to coordinate responses.
• Responds to medical emergencies and assists in restraining patients when needed.

Conocimientos

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Teamwork

Problem solving

Written communication

Security procedures

Critical thinking

Educación

Criminal Justice degree

Herramientas

Database software

Descripción del empleo

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Job Summary

Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and reporting potential safety hazards and unusual occurrences in a timely manner through patrol of assigned areas. Investigate complaints or potential criminal conduct; assist in restraining patients as necessary; provide protective services. Possesses and exhibits excellent customer service skills. If applicable, responsible for the arrest of criminal suspects under the authority of State Special Police license.

Does this position require Patient Care? No

Essential Functions

• Patrols assigned areas, giving particular attention to those areas where security problems have occurred.
• Identifies unsafe conditions and improperly secured areas/property to help prevent theft, injuries or damages to Hospital property, patients, visitors and employees.
• Maintains strict confidentiality standards at all times.
• Investigates thefts, shortages, and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct by questioning individuals involved with specific incidents; notifies appropriate law enforcement agencies of potential/real civil or criminal misconduct and detains suspicious individuals as appropriate; when authorized, will make arrests as appropriate; participates in subsequent court proceedings as required.
• Prepares and submits written reports in a complete and accurate manner; makes notations in the log of all incidents; keeps the Supervisor informed at all times.
• Maintains accountability for valuables/property and forms of evidence coming into the incumbent's custody; ensures safekeeping; maintains documentation.
• Performs as Dispatcher utilizing "state-of-the-art" integrated security systems; radio dispatches personnel to respond to occurrences and phone calls for assistance; provides and maintains documentation.
• Participates in assistance with workplace and domestic victims; responds to medical emergencies; when authorized, assists in the restraint of patients; involved in the protection of dignitaries; controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Voluntary participation in various departmental committees, task forces, and teams.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials

• Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only preferred
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
• Basic Officer Certification [CHSO] - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety preferred
• Supervisory Certification [CHSS] - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety preferred
• Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles preferred
• MGH Security RMV Check/Registry of Motor Vehicles Driving Report - MGB Internal preferred

Experience

• Experience in hospital, security/police, emergency medical or customer services 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Recognize, acknowledge, respect, and effectively interact with all people, establish positive relationships, and gain the trust and respect of others.
• Ability to deal with and effectively de-escalate anxious/stressed people and manage aggression.
• Works effectively both independently and in teams. Able to multitask.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Critical and analytical thinking, good judgment, prioritization, industriousness, and creative solutions for positive outcomes.
• Customer service skills: accessible, energetic, concerned, empathetic, positive attitude, collaborative, and flexible.
• Displays a positive image, tact, and diplomacy, actively listens, and articulates effectively.
• Demonstrates the understanding of community policing, risk analysis, and crime prevention concepts and practices.
• Strong writing skills to provide and maintain documentation to support data.
• Intermediate computer skills: typing and use of database software.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)