Security Officer

Ascension; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Security Officer to ensure a safe environment for all staff and visitors. Responsibilities include monitoring security threats and managing incidents while providing excellent communication and support. Candidates must have a valid driver's license and preferably basic life support certification. This position offers flexible hours and contributes to overall community well-being, making it a rewarding opportunity for individuals committed to safety.

Qualifications

• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider certification preferred.
• Security Guard certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.
• Perform proactive monitoring of security threats.
• Investigate and document security incidents.
• Train and mentor staff on emergency management.

Skills

Proactive monitoring

Emergency management

Communication

Education

High School diploma or 1 year of applicable experience

Job description

Position Details

• Hospital: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital
• Department: Security
• Schedule: PRN; Nights
• Location: Jacksonville, FL

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

Responsibilities

• Provide security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.
• Perform proactive monitoring of and timely responses to potential/actual security threats.
• Investigate, document, and manage security incidents and hazards.
• Maintain knowledge/follows policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plans.
• May facilitate planned drills and simulations.
• Train and mentor staff on environment of care and emergency management processes and procedures.
• Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety.
• Provide for traffic and parking enforcement within campus area and participates in foot and vehicle patrols.
• Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• For those security officers who are responsible for operating a vehicle, operate in a safe and responsible manner to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

Requirements

• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Security Guard preferred.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences

No additional preferences.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension St. Vincent's is expanding in the fastest-growing county in Northeast Florida with the addition of a fourth regional hospital, Ascension St. Vincent’s St. Johns County. Serving Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia, Ascension St. Vincent's has been providing caregivers in every discipline a rewarding career in healthcare since 1873.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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