Security Officer

University of Vermont Health Network; Burlington (VT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Vermont Medical Center Security Officer role is based at the Medical Center’s main campus in Burlington. The officer conducts patrol duties, responds promptly to emergencies, and documents all services performed during each shift.

The position emphasizes courteous, professional behavior at all times. Education requirements include a high school diploma and a valid driver’s license; security experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Prior security or public safety experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct patrol duties and respond immediately to emergency and non-emergency calls.
• Document services provided on each shift and maintain courteous, professional conduct.
• Lead in safety situations as needed and manage safety for patients, staff and visitors.

Skills

Patrol duties

Emergency response

De-escalation

Documentation

Education

High School diploma

Driver's license

Job description

Building Name: UVMMC - Medical Center - Main Campus

Location Address: 111 Colchester Avenue, Burlington Vermont

Regular

Department: Security

Full Time

Standard Hours: 40

Biweekly Scheduled Hours:

Shift: Day

Primary Shift: 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM

Weekend Needs: Every

Salary Range: Min $25.25 Mid $31.76 Max $38.27

Recruiter: Aaron Ducatte

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.

This is a bargaining union position.