Security Officer

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); Sur place; USD 26 000 - 32 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Security Officer for the New Point Campus on the evening shift. This full-time role requires vigilance, professionalism, and customer service to protect patients, visitors, and staff.

Responsibilities include patrols, access control, weapon screenings, and emergency response. The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma or GED, a valid New Jersey Driver’s License, and a SORA license, with de-escalation training within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• NJ Driver’s License and SORA security officer license.
• 1 year of customer service or security experience preferred.
• De-escalation training certification within 90 days of hire.

Responsabilités

• Patrol indoor and outdoor facility areas to maintain safety and security.
• Monitor entrances and access control systems; address potential safety concerns.
• Provide professional, compassionate customer service to patients, visitors, and staff.
• Conduct weapon screenings and control access to designated areas as per procedures.
• Respond to emergencies and participate in crisis de-escalation.
• Prepare incident reports and perform data entry and administrative tasks.

Formation

High School Diploma or GED

Outils

Microsoft Office

Description du poste

Job Title: Security Officer

Location: NEW POINT CAMPUS

Department Name: Security

Req #: 0000268997

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $19.73 - $23.56 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Security Officer serves as an important part of the healthcare team by helping maintain a safe, secure, and welcoming environment for patients, visitors, and staff. This role combines vigilance, professionalism, and compassionate customer service to protect people, property, and the operations of the health system. The Security Officer is responsible for patrolling facilities, monitoring for potential security concerns, managing access control, conducting weapon screenings, responding to emergencies, and supporting crisis de-escalation efforts. Strong communication, sound judgment, professionalism, and the ability to interact respectfully with a diverse population are critical to success in this position.

As a Security Officer, a typical day might include the following:

Conducting indoor and outdoor patrols of the facility and surrounding areas to help maintain a safe and secure environment

Monitoring entrances, access control systems, and facility activity while identifying and addressing potential safety or security concerns

Providing professional and compassionate customer service to patients, visitors, physicians, and staff while enforcing facility policies and safety standards

Performing weapon screenings and controlling access to designated areas in accordance with hospital procedures

Responding to emergencies and security incidents, including participating in crisis intervention and de-escalation using certified training techniques

Completing incident reports, data entry, and other administrative tasks using computer systems and Microsoft Office

Communicating effectively with patients, visitors, staff, and emergency personnel to support a safe and respectful healthcare environment

Patrolling the perimeter with a company vehicle

The Security Officer role might be for you if:

You remain calm, alert, and professional in a fast-paced healthcare environment

You communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, visitors, families, and staff from diverse backgrounds

You are comfortable balancing security responsibilities with compassionate customer service

You demonstrate strong judgment and the ability to respond appropriately to emergencies and potentially challenging situations

You are organized and comfortable with computer systems, data entry, incident reporting, and Microsoft Office

You are willing and able to work in both indoor and outdoor environments and meet the physical demands of the job

You are committed to helping protect people, property, and the quality of the healthcare environment

This is a Full-Time position - 2:00pm-10:30pm

To be considered for this opportunity, you must have a High School Diploma or GED and a valid New Jersey Driver’s License, with eligibility to be covered by the organization’s insurance carrier. Candidates must have and maintain a valid New Jersey Security Officer Registration Act (SORA)security officer license.Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must transfer their license and vehicle registration to New Jersey within 60 days of hire. You must also be able to obtain certification in de-escalation training within 90 days of hire. At least one year of customer service or security experience, or prior military service, is preferred. Experience with keyboarding, data entry, Microsoft Office, and strong verbal and written communication skills is preferred. Bilingual language skills are a plus, depending on facility needs.