Security Officer, Armed - Security FULL TIME DAYS 7A-730P SU/M/TU- Bridgeton

INSPIRA HEALTH NETWORK LIFE INC; Bridgeton (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspira Health is seeking an Armed Security Officer to ensure a safe and secure environment for employees, patients, and visitors. The role involves screening at facility entrances, monitoring for security risks, and assisting with disruptive incidents to protect staff and patients.

Qualified candidates will have a HS diploma or GED, armed law enforcement or military background, and must pass background checks and firearms qualifications.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; some college preferred.
• Minimum of two years armed law enforcement experience or four years active military service with recent separation (≤5 years).
• Must pass background check and MMPI-2; no felonies or disqualifying offenses; valid firearms qualification and state license requirements.

Responsibilities

• Screen and monitor entrance points to maintain a safe environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
• Respond to disruptive incidents and assist with staff protection and safety protocols.
• Provide exceptional customer service while enforcing policies and maintaining facility security.

Skills

Attention to detail

Stress management

Customer service

Decision making

Education

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Major Function

As an Armed Security Officer safety is the number one priority and our Security Departments is at the forefront of our Systems efforts. Inspira Health Security Officers are instrumental in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, patients, and visitors by screening and monitoring at the entrance points to our facilities. Officers demonstrate exceptional customer service while screening for weapons and aiding with disruptive incidents and staff protection.

Major Function

As an Armed Security Officer safety is the number one priority and our Security Departments is at the forefront of our Systems efforts. Inspira Health Security Officers are instrumental in maintaining a safe and secure environment for our employees, patients, and visitors by screening and monitoring at the entrance points to our facilities. Officers demonstrate exceptional customer service while screening for weapons and aiding with disruptive incidents and staff protection.

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required. Some college preferred.
• Requires a minimum of two (2) years of armed law enforcement experience or four (4) years active military and have been separated from active service NO more than five (5) years
• Must not have been discharged from the military under dishonorable conditions based on your required DD214.
• Be of good moral character as exhibited by having no crimes of moral turpitude (bad check writing, theft as an example) and pass a background check and submit to a MMPI-2, similar in nature to evaluations given to law enforcement officers. MMPI-2 Will be administered every 5 years.
• Must not have any felony, drug related, domestic violence, or other criminal convictions that could discredit the employee or the hospital, or any other reasons that would prohibit the employee from carrying a firearm.
• Must be able to pass a firearms marksmanship qualification course similar in nature to evaluations given to law enforcement officers issued by SORA through the NJ State Police.
• Must be able to pass a physical fitness standard for Armed Security Officer that is set by the organization before being hired and maintained every 5 years thereafter.
• Must possess a Level Three Retention Holster for their approved handgun while employed.
• Must possess a 9mm full size frame handgun

Certification/Licensure

• Valid driver's license required. Basic Security Officer Certification (IAHSS) required within 1 year of hire. Inspira Health approved de-escalation and common language training required within 100 days of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS required within 100 days.
• Must possess a valid State of New Jersey Permit to Carry a Handgun
• Must Possess a valid State of New Jersey Armed SORA license.

Knowledge & Skills

• Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment.
• Must be able to handle stress and pressure and make sound decisions in high-stress situations.
• Must demonstrate high attention to detail and observational awareness.
• Ability to effectively interact with hospital employees, visitors, patients, contractors, and volunteers.

Physical Requirements

N: Never O: Occasionally (80%)
LiftingOStandingOSittingF
Lifting 20-50lbsOClimbingOKneelingO
Lifting>50lbsOCrouchingFReachingF
CarryingOHearingCWalkingC
PushingOTalkingCVisionC

Environmental Conditions

NoiseOVaried TemperaturesOCleaning AgentsO
Noxious odorsNPatient ExposureFOperative EquipmentO

Benefits Information

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At Inspira Health

you’ll join with the area’s most dedicated and distinguished team to bring quality and compassionate care to our communities. We focus on clinical excellence, providing evidence-based care to help each patient achieve the best possible outcome. The scope and depth of our network can open many doors for your learning and career growth.
Our charitable nonprofit health care organization serves communities across southern New Jersey. The network, which traces its roots to 1899, comprises three hospitals, a comprehensive cancer center, sleep medicine, cardiac testing, digestive health and wound care, urgent care, imaging and rehabilitation, and primary and specialty physician practices in Gloucester, Cumberland, Salem and Camden counties.

Inspira is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, familial status, disability, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, nationality, sex, gender identity or expression.