Security Officer

Upmc Passavant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC Passavant in Pittsburgh is seeking a Night Shift Security Officer to monitor ingress/egress, guard secured areas, and provide patient and staff safety. On-site role with patrols across Passavant sites including McCandless and Cranberry, with a 12-hour night shift (7 PM–7 AM) and a $1,500 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment.

Responsibilities include monitoring alarms, conducting patient escorts, reviewing incidents, and maintaining certifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills; ability to diffuse combative situations.
• Excellent communication, both oral and written.
• Psychological fitness to handle stress and potential conflict.
• Physical fitness to meet job demands and respond to emergencies.
• Background check required for all applicants.

Responsibilities

• Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas.
• Provide customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain safety.
• Inspect incoming/outgoing parcels to prevent theft.
• Respond to problems, disputes and unusual circumstances.
• Maintain required certifications and licensing.
• Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists.
• Transport deceased to morgue or release bodies from morgue.
• Monitor alarms and respond to incidents and alarms as needed.
• Patrol UPMC hospitals, buildings, and grounds to deter crime and document activities.
• Operate UPMC vehicles per Pennsylvania Vehicle Code.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Written communication

Conflict resolution

Stress management

Situational awareness

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job ID: 7793507944
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Night Job
Work Arrangement: On-site
Facility: UPMC Passavant
Department: Security-Police Operations
Location: 9100 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 18.99-28.11 USD
This role will have oversight at UPMC Passavant McCandless and Cranberry sites with 12 hours night shifts typically 7p-7a. Compensation will be determined based on experience.
$1,500 sign-on bonus available with 2-year commitment (external and eligible candidates)

Responsibilities

• Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas
• Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels as necessary to prevent theft
• Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary.
• Maintain required certifications and licensing
• Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists
• Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue
• Monitor security, fire, and environmental alarms, respond to alarms and assist when needed.
• Establish a uniformed security presence by patrolling UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to deter criminal activity, document activities, and contact UPMC Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary.
• Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code
• Conduct patient escorts and stand-by details
• Complete all mandatory training programs per departmental guidelines
• Report and document incidents, suspicious activities and hazards
  

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• High level of integrity required for handling sensitive/confidential UPMC information.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potential combative situations with persons from all walks of life.
• Psychological fitness required to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
• Physical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies.
• Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in written format.
• Good interpersonal skills; able to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
• All applicants will be subject to a thorough background and criminal record check
• Must be available for all shifts Officers are required to wear a bullet proof vest.
• Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement should consult the applicable collective bargaining for specific requirements. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required within 30 days of hire
• Driver’s License
• UPMC Physical Fitness Standard
• Act 235 with Firearms with renewal
• Act 235 without Firearms with renewal
• Act 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran