Security Officer

musc; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA) is seeking a Security Officer to join its hospital security team in Charleston, SC. The role provides protection for facilities, staff, patients and visitors under the Medical Center Security Manager.

The position requires a High School Diploma, at least one year of security experience, and the ability to obtain the IAHSS certification within the first year. A valid South Carolina driver’s license is required; shifts may include overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• 1 year of security, law enforcement, fire service, EMS, behavioral health, counseling, education, or military experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors.
• Communicate tactfully with the general public.
• Follow prescribed security standards and practices as directed by the Security Manager.
• Shift work with potential overtime.
• Use tact and communicate clearly with the public.

Skills

Communication

Public interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Security Officer reports to the Medical Center Security Manager. Under general supervision, the Security Officer monitors and provides protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000667 CHS OH - Safety & Security

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Job Description

The Security Officer reports to the Medical Center Security Manager. Under general supervision, the Security Officer monitors and provides protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors. Ability to communicate tactfully with the general public. Knowledge of methods of security in buildings and grounds institution. Performs routine and repetitive duties following clearly prescribed standards and practices as set forth by the Manager of Hospital Security. Work involves shift work and some overtime. Must be able to use tact and communicate clearly with public.

Minimum Requirements

High School Degree or Equivalent, and 1 year of experience.

Additional Job Description

Minimum Requirements: High School Diploma, and one year of relevant experience (Security, Law Enforcement, Fire Service, Emergency Medical Service, Behavioral Health, Counselor, Education, or Military). A Bachelor’s degree or other relevant certifications may be substituted for the required work experience. Must obtain and be able to maintain the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety certification (IAHSS) within the first year of employment. Must have a valid South Carolina Driver’s License.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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