Security Officer, 2nd shift, Part Time, 24 hrs/wk

Virtua Health; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,747 - 35,831; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/prescription insurance

Dental and vision insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Security Officer in Camden, New Jersey, responsible for safeguarding properties, assisting visitors, and monitoring security systems. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of security experience, a high school diploma, and strong communication skills.

Offers a competitive hourly salary ranging from $18.69 to $26.01, along with comprehensive health benefits and opportunities for training and certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years in security experience preferred.
• Clear communication skills (verbal and written).
• Mechanically inclined and familiar with the use of small hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and monitor buildings and grounds for security.
• Assist visitors, patients, and staff by providing excellent customer service.
• Respond to emergency situations including CODE GREY and CODE RED.
• Provide written reports of security-related incidents.
• Conduct security rounds including stationary posts and mobile security.

Skills

Communication skills

Mechanically inclined

Familiarity with small hand tools

Education

HS diploma or equivalent

Job description

Summary

Safeguard, patrol and monitor buildings, grounds and property for the purpose of protecting lives, property, preventing theft, fire, vandalism and unauthorized entry while abiding to and enforcing Virtua policy and procedure. Assist visitors, patients, vendors and staff by providing excellent customer services, hospitality and a positive experience. Provide accurate information, directions and respond to all emergency situations. If performing surveillance, monitor security & safety related computer systems.

Position Responsibilities

• Perform the duties associated with all assigned posts, including but not limited to walking and mobile security and safety rounds; stationary posts; one-to-one observer; traffic control and special assignments.
• May monitor doors, surveillance cameras, and alarms for Virtua.
• Utilize Health System technology and systems to provide visitor control, input and output data; investigations, incident reports and shift logs; access control; infant protection and the security of sensitive areas.
• Work closely with and effectively communicate (verbal and written) to division team members; officer-in-charge (OIC); immediate supervisor; Nursing Supervisor; Health System security teams; and law enforcement agencies.
• Provide direction and, when warranted, escort visitors, vendors, patients and staff to appropriate locations within and outside of the facilities and parking lots.
• Provide written reports of all security related incidents occurring during assigned shift. Check security systems light, plumbing, heating and report all malfunctions.
• Verify all staff is wearing ID badge and the public (visitors, vendors, contractors, etc.) obtain proper ID bands, passes and badges.
• Assess all minor maintenance issues. Address issues as able, or notify the appropriate Plant Engineering staff for support. Examples of minor maintenance issues include, but not limited to, minor plumbing repairs, resetting electrical breakers, replacing light bulbs, pillow speakers, etc.
• Respond to emergency situations such as CODE GREY and CODE RED alerts. Serve as a 1st level operations responder. Respond to and recognize all hazardous/chemical substance spills. Assist and use special equipment as required.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

A minimum of 2 years in security experience preferred. Must be mechanically inclined and familiar with the use of small hand tools. Clear communication skills (verbal and written).

Required Education

HS diploma or equivalent.

Training / Certifications / Licensure

• CPR certification preferred (may be required to meet the needs of specific campus locations).
• Security Officers Registration Act (SORA) certification preferred.
• Valid Driver's license.

Salary

$18.69 - $26.01 Hourly

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.