Security Officer

Methuen Hospital; Methuen (MA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Methuen Hospital is seeking a Security Officer to protect life and property within the hospital and surrounding grounds. The role includes patrolling facilities, securing entrances, and addressing security needs of staff, patients, and visitors.

Qualified candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 2–5 years in security or related fields, and preferred CPR or CPI certification. A background check will be required, and weapons possession is strictly prohibited.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• 2–5 years of experience in security/law enforcement or related field required; healthcare setting preferred.
• Current CPR certification or CPI certification preferred.
• Must pass background check; use or possession of firearms or weapons prohibited.

Responsibilities

• Protect life and property on hospital premises.
• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, and vandalism.
• Secure, unlock, and protect hospital buildings.
• Respond to security needs of hospital personnel, patients, and visitors.
• Participate in performance improvement activities.

Education

High School diploma

Job description

Under the general direction of the Security Manager, the Security Officer protects life and property of all persons on hospital premises and patrols hospital buildings and grounds to prevent fire, theft, and vandalism. Secures, unlocks, and protects hospital buildings. Responds to security needs of the hospital personnel, patients, and visitors. Participate in performance improvement activities.

Qualifications:

• Education: High School diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Experience: Two to five (2-5) years of experience in the field of law enforcement, security operations, or a related field is required. Experience in a health care setting is preferred.
• Licensure/ Certifications: A current Basic Life Support (CPR) American Red Cross or American Heart Association Provider certification or a CPI certification is preferred.
• Other: Must be able to successfully clear a background check, including a criminal search. Use or possession of a firearm and/or other weapons is prohibited.