Security Officer

MUSC Health; South Carolina; On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking a Security Officer to monitor and protect facilities, staff, patients and visitors. The role reports to the Medical Center Security Manager and requires shift work and overtime as needed.

Ideal candidates have a High School Diploma with security-related experience; a Bachelor's degree or other relevant certifications may substitute. IAHSS certification within the first year and a South Carolina driver's license are required.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate tactfully with the public
• Knowledge of methods of security in buildings and grounds
• Performs routine duties following prescribed standards by Security Manager
• Shift work and some overtime required
• Must obtain IAHSS certification within the first year of employment

Responsibilities

• Monitor and provide protection for facilities, employees, patients and visitors
• Report to the Medical Center Security Manager and follow security procedures
• Respond to incidents and enforce access control and safety policies

Skills

Public communication

Tactful communication

Security knowledge

Shift work

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s degree substitute for experience

IAHSS certification within 1 year

South Carolina Driver's License

Job description

Job Description Summary

The Security Officer reports to the Medical Center Security Manager. Under general supervision, the Security Officer monitors and provides protection and security for facilities, premises, employees, patients and visitors.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000667 CHS OH - Safety & Security

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Minimum Requirements

• High School Diploma, and one year of relevant experience (Security, Law Enforcement, Fire Service, Emergency Medical Service, Behavioral Health, Counselor, Education, or Military).
• A Bachelor’s degree or other relevant certifications may be substituted for the required work experience.
• Must obtain and be able to maintain the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety certification (IAHSS) within the first year of employment.
• Must have a valid South Carolina Driver's License.

Physical Requirements

Mobility & Posture

• Standing: Continuous, Sitting: Continuous, Walking: Continuous, climbing stairs: Infrequent, working indoors: Continuous, working outdoors (temperature extremes): Infrequent, working from elevated areas: Frequent, working in confined/cramped spaces: Frequent, Kneeling: Infrequent, bending at the waist: Continuous, Twisting at the waist: Frequent, Squatting: Frequent

Manual Dexterity & Strength

• Pinching operations: Frequent, Gross motor use (fingers/hands): Continuous, Firm grasping (fingers/hands): Continuous, Fine manipulation (fingers/hands): Continuous, reaching overhead: Frequent, Reaching in all directions: Continuous, Repetitive motion (hands/wrists/elbows/shoulders): Continuous, Full use of both legs: Continuous, Balance & coordination (lower extremities): Frequent.

Lifting & Force Requirements

• Lift/carry 50 lbs. unassisted: Infrequent, Lift/lower 50 lbs. from floor to 36”: Infrequent, Lift up to 25 lbs. overhead: Infrequent, Exert up to 50 lbs. of force: Frequent.

Vision & Sensory

• Maintain corrected vision 20/40 (one or both eyes): Continuous, Recognize objects (near/far): Continuous, Color discrimination: Continuous, Depth perception: Continuous, Peripheral vision: Continuous, Hearing acuity (with correction): Continuous, Tactile sensory function: Continuous, Gross motor with fine motor coordination: Continuous.

Selected Positions

• Olfactory (smell) function: Continuous
• Respirator use qualification: Continuous

Work Environment & Conditions

• Effective stress management: Continuous, Rotating shifts: Frequent, Overtime as required: Frequent, Latex-safe environment: Continuous.

Ability to communicate tactfully with the general public. Knowledge of methods of security in buildings and grounds institution. Performs routine and repetitive duties following clearly prescribed standards and practices as set forth by the Manager of Hospital Security. Work involves shift work and some overtime. Must be able to use tact and communicate clearly with public.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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