Security Officer

Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital seeks a dedicated Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff by enforcing security regulations and patrolling assigned areas at night.

The role involves investigating incidents, detaining suspects when appropriate, coordinating with law enforcement, and producing clear written reports. Strong customer service, de-escalation, and team collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• 3–5 years experience in hospital, security/police, emergency medical or customer services preferred.
• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrols assigned areas, prioritizing zones with past security issues.
• Identify unsafe conditions and unsecured areas to prevent theft, injury or damage.
• Maintain strict confidentiality at all times.
• Investigate thefts and other incidents; question individuals; notify law enforcement as needed; detain suspects when appropriate; participate in court proceedings.
• Prepare and submit complete written reports; log incidents; keep Supervisor informed.
• Maintain accountability for valuables and evidence; ensure safekeeping; document securely.
• Operate dispatch and security systems; coordinate responses by radio and phone; maintain documentation.
• Assist in workplace and domestic-victim support; respond to medical emergencies; assist in restraining patients when authorized; protect dignitaries; manage traffic.
• Participate in departmental committees and task forces.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Patrol

Report writing

Interpersonal communication

Crisis management

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice preferred

Tools

Database software

State Driver's License

BLS Certification

CHSO/CHSS certifications

Job description

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and reporting potential safety hazards and unusual occurrences in a timely manner through patrol of assigned areas. Investigate complaints or potential criminal conduct; assist in restraining patients as necessary; provide protective services. Possesses and exhibits excellent customer service skills. If applicable, responsible for the arrest of criminal suspects under the authority of State Special Police license.

Does this position require Patient Care?

No

Essential Functions

• Patrols assigned areas, giving particular attention to those areas where security problems have occurred.
• Identifies unsafe conditions and improperly secured areas/property to help prevent theft, injuries or damages to Hospital property, patients, visitors and employees.
• Maintains strict confidentiality standards at all times.
• Investigates thefts, shortages, and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct by questioning individuals involved with specific incidents; notifies appropriate law enforcement agencies of potential/real civil or criminal misconduct and detains suspicious individuals as appropriate; when authorized, will make arrests as appropriate; participates in subsequent court proceedings as required.
• Prepares and submits written reports in a complete and accurate manner; makes notations in the log of all incidents; keeps the Supervisor informed at all times.
• Maintains accountability for valuables/property and forms of evidence coming into the incumbent's custody; ensures safekeeping; maintains documentation.
• Performs as Dispatcher utilizing "state-of-the-art" integrated security systems; radio dispatches personnel to respond to occurrences and phone calls for assistance; provides and maintains documentation.
• Participates in assistance with workplace and domestic victims; responds to medical emergencies; when authorized, assists in the restraint of patients; involved in the protection of dignitaries; controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
• Voluntary participation in various departmental committees, task forces, and teams.

Education

Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No

Licenses and Credentials

• Class D Passenger Vehicle Driver's License [State License] - Generic - HR Only
• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers
• Basic Officer Certification [CHSO] - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety
• Supervisory Certification [CHSS] - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety
• Personal Drivers License (New Hampshire) - New Hampshire Division of Motor Vehicles
• MGH Security RMV Check/Registry of Motor Vehicles Driving Report - MGB Internal

Experience

Experience in hospital, security/police, emergency medical or customer services 3-5 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Recognize, acknowledge, respect, and effectively interact with all people, establish positive relationships, and gain the trust and respect of others.
• Ability to deal with and effectively de-escalate anxious/stressed people and manage aggression.
• Works effectively both independently and in teams. Able to multitask.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Critical and analytical thinking, good judgment, prioritization, industriousness, and creative solutions for positive outcomes.
• Customer service skills: accessible, energetic, concerned, empathetic, positive attitude, collaborative, and flexible.
• Displays a positive image, tact, and diplomacy, actively listens, and articulates effectively.
• Demonstrates the understanding of community policing, risk analysis, and crime prevention concepts and practices.
• Strong writing skills to provide and maintain documentation to support data.
• Intermediate computer skills: typing and use of database software.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

2014 Washington Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

0

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$22.22 - $31.71/Hourly

Grade

5

About the Company

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

EEO Statement:

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.