Security Officer-28386

Rush University Medical Center; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Rush University Medical Center in Chicago seeks a Security Officer to provide physical protection for people and property across Rush facilities, using fixed posts or roving patrols and responding to incidents.

Under supervision, you will report infractions, support emergency services, and ensure safety. Candidates must meet IDFPR certifications, FOID, PERC, and firearms requirements; high school diploma required; strong communication and customer service skills; flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Must possess/maintain a valid PERC after completing a 20-hour training course.
• Must possess/maintain a valid FOID card.
• Must complete firearms training per IDFPR requirements.
• Must be eligible to obtain an Illinois FCC within 90 days of employment.
• Must maintain a satisfactory firearms requalification score.

Responsibilities

• Provide fixed and/or roving patrols of all Rush buildings and grounds.
• Monitor telephone/radio communications, alarms, and video surveillance equipment.
• Respond to service calls, requests for assistance, and emergencies.
• Observe and document security and policy violations.
• Conduct basic interviews and investigations.
• Assist law enforcement, fire departments and other emergency agencies.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Flexibility

Basic computer skills

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Location: Chicago, Illinois

Business Unit: Rush Medical Center

Hospital: Rush University Medical Center

Department: Security

Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0)

Shift: Shift 2

Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:30:00 PM- 11:00:00 PM)

Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page (https://www.rush.edu/rush-careers/employee-benefits).

Pay Range: $21.70- $24.25 per hour

Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case.

Summary

Under the general supervision of security leadership, the Security Officer will provide physical protection for people and safeguard property at all Rush System for Health (Rush) facilities. The Security Officer will accomplish this by fixed and/or roving posts and responding to service calls, requests for assistance and emergencies. The Security Officer will report and document infractions of Rush rules, regulations, and policies as well as violations of federal, state, and local laws and/or ordinances. The Security Officer will exemplify the Rush mission, vision, values, and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures.

Other Information

• High school graduate or GED.
• Must possess/maintain a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) from the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) after successfully completing a 20-hour security guard training course from an approved provider.
• Must possess/maintain a valid Illinois Firearm’s Owner’s Identification Card (FOID) as issued by the Illinois State Police.
• Must have successfully completed a 28-hour firearms training course (including revolver) from a State of Illinois approved provider within two (2) years of the Firearms Control Card (FCC) application, or the applicant must show proof on the FCC application of requalification within the last year at the time of application.
• Must be eligible to obtain/maintain an Illinois FCC from the IDFPR within 90 days of employment (including revolver certification).
• Must maintain a satisfactory firearms requalification score as mandated by the IDFPR.
• Valid Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin driver’s license required with a prior driving record deemed acceptable to Human Resources pursuant to a driver’s history check.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and customer service.
• Basic computer skills are essential.
• Must be flexible with scheduling.

Preferred Job Qualifications

• Prior security experience in a healthcare environment.
• Healthcare security certification at the “basic” level by the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS).
• Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified.

Physical Demands

• Able to tolerate prolonged walking/standing/sitting for the duration of shift.
• Able to withstand outdoor temperatures throughout the year.
• Able to perform required responsibilities.
• Able to successfully demonstrate the retention, use and maintenance of issued equipment.
• Able to lift at minimum 50 pounds to the waist height.
• Able to wear all issued equipment including ballistic vest and duty belt.

Disclaimer

The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide fixed (sitting/standing), walking and vehicular patrols of all Rush buildings and grounds.
• Monitor telephone/radio communications, alarms, and video surveillance equipment.
• Respond to service calls, requests for assistance, and/or emergency situations.
• Observe and document security and/or safety hazards and policy violations.
• Conduct basic interviews and investigations.
• Prepare incident reports, memorandums, and other written documentation.
• Assist law enforcement, fire departments and other emergency agencies during investigations or emergencies.
• Monitor and assist with access control and visitor management.
• Monitor and control vehicular and pedestrian traffic patterns on Rush property.
• Provide security escorts as assigned.
• Participate in property control procedures (patient property and valuables, lost and found etc.).
• Perform dispatching duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.