Security Officer 5/6

OSF HealthCare; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

OSF HealthCare seeks a Security Officer to perform unarmed patrols across our healthcare campuses in Peoria, ensuring safety and security for patients, staff, and visitors. The role includes monitoring alarms, assisting in investigations, and deterring incidents with a strong emphasis on communication and situational awareness.

Required certifications include BLS/CPR and CHSO within a year, plus FOID compliance.

Qualifications

• Licenses/Certifications: American Heart Association CPR-Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation- BLS.
• CHSO within 1 year of hire; NIMS within 1 year of hire.
• FOID Card active (LCMMC, HMMC/SHMC).
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills; proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills; detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Unarmed security patrols and campus safety.
• Monitor alarm systems and assist in investigations.
• Deter criminal activity and misconduct on OSF Healthcare campuses.
• Operate radio/console equipment and communicate effectively with the public.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Detail oriented

Education

Associate's Degree

Tools

Radio/console operation

Job description

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Expected pay

Expected pay for this position is $20.21 - $28.53/hourly. Actual pay will be determined by experience, skills and internal equity. This is an Hourly position.

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Security Officer functions in an unarmed security post for OSF Healthcare campuses. Security officers are responsible for the safety and security within OSF Healthcare campuses by conducting unarmed patrol, monitoring alarm systems, assisting in investigations, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Licenses/Certifications:

• American Heart Associate CPR-Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation- BLS

Other Licenses/Certifications:

• International Association for Healthcare Safety and Security Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) within 1 year of hire, National Incident Management System (NIMS) within 1 year of hire.
• LCMMC, HMMC/SHMC: Active FOID Card

Other skills/knowledge:

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Solid computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft software.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with the ability to be detail oriented.

Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Associate's Degree
• Service with a police department or active military, military reserves or National Guard, and/or 3 years security experience.

Licensure/Certifications:

• International Association for Healthcare Safety and Security Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) Advanced Certification

Other requirements/information:

• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors, interact cordially and communicate with the public, effective oral and written communication skills, active listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively.
• Ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately, and attention to detail.
• Ability to operate computer systems effectively, knowledge of Microsoft Office.

OSF HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer.