Security Officer

The University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer responsible for patrolling campus, responding to calls for assistance, and documenting services during each shift.

Candidates should be a High School graduate with a valid driver’s license. Prior security/public safety experience is preferred, and the role may involve leading in de-escalation and, if necessary, detaining disruptive individuals in stressful situations.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

Responsibilities

• Patrol assigned campus areas and monitor activity.
• Respond promptly to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance.
• Document services provided on each shift in a clear and timely manner.
• Maintain courteous and professional conduct at all times.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Valid driver’s license

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Each University of Vermont Medical Center Security Officer is assigned to a specific Campus. The primary responsibilities of the Security Officer are to conduct patrol duties, respond immediately to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance, and document services provided on each shift. The Security Officer is expected to act in a courteous and professional manner at all times.

Note: Emergency calls for assistance frequently require Security Officers to take the lead in controlling a violent/threatening situation after clinical and non-clinical staff have attempted to verbally deescalate a difficult situation. Security intervention frequently requires detaining and/or restraining the violent patient, visitor, or staff member.

EDUCATION:

High School graduate or equivalent. Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.

EXPERIENCE:

Prior security or public safety experience preferred, with an emphasis on providing a safe and dignified environment in stressful situations with a diverse patient, visitor and staff population.