Security Officer - Emergency Room Flex

Allied Universal; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 49,593,600 - 56,481,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k plans

Paid training

Employee discounts

Job summary

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional for a hospital in Pensacola, FL. The role involves patrols, access control, CCTV monitoring, and incident reporting in a healthcare facility. Drug screening and TB testing may be required due to safety protocols.

Flex Officer position requires open availability; preferred D license. Compensation starts at $18.49/hour with full benefits such as health insurance and 401k plans. Training and shift coverage will be provided based on needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current driver’s license if driving company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Licensing requirements may be required by state/local laws.
• Minimum of two years of verifiable employment in customer service or protective services.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Able to operate radio/telephone equipment.
• Strong communication and written skills.
• Ability to de-escalate and resolve conflicts.

Responsibilities

• Perform hospital security patrols on foot or in vehicle; document observations.
• Assist staff with de-escalation and restrain if necessary following policy.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Escort patients from helicopter pad to ED when required.
• Assist with evacuations during emergencies.
• Sound alarms or contact police/fire in case of incidents.
• Limit access to authorized personnel and monitor entrances/exits.
• Observe departing personnel to protect property.
• Investigate accidents and incidents; maintain logs as required.

Skills

Patrol procedures

De-escalation

Observation skills

Communication

Report writing

Situational awareness

Emergency response

Conflict mediation

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Driver's license (required)

Bachelor's degree in related field (preferred)

Tools

Radio/console operation

Job description

Overview

Company Overview: Allied Universal®, North America’s leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and collaborative workplace, you will be part of a team that contributes to a culture that positively impacts the communities and customers we serve.

Job Description

Allied Universal® is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed. The Security Professional will conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior) in a hospital environment. Additional duties include control access and egress; monitor CCTV and alarm systems; compose reports; deter criminal activity and misconduct. Due to the safety sensitive nature of this role, qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law. This assignment is in a healthcare facility. As such, a tuberculosis (TB) test and certain vaccinations may be required.

Work for one of the most well known hospital groups in the country, we're hiring security officers for local hospital in Pensacola, FL!

Pay Rate: $18.49 / hour

Flex Officer Position - officer will cover call outs, vacation, PTO, etc. Hours are not guaranteed.

Candidate must have open availability

Active D license preferred, but not required

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document detailed observations of unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain combative individuals as necessary (within company and customer guidelines)
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed
• Assist in escorting patients from helicopter pad (high elevation) to the emergency room
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required

Qualifications (must Have)

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Active listening skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications (nice To Have)

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

Benefits

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more…

Florida State Security Agency License No. B8500287

Closing

Allied Universal® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

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