Security Officer- (Full-Time)

UPMC; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $1,500

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a vigilant Security Officer to safeguard premises, staff, and visitors. You will be the first line of defense, respond to incidents, and enforce safety protocols.

The role offers a $1,500 sign-on bonus and rotating day shifts (6AM–6PM) with a two-week rotation and occasional cross-shift coverage. A high school diploma and strong interpersonal skills are preferred, with eligibility for required certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Strong integrity for handling sensitive information.
• Ability to interact, communicate, and diffuse potentially combative situations.
• Psychological fitness to handle stress and dangerous conflicts.
• Physical fitness to respond to crisis and medical emergencies.
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Background and criminal record checks required.
• Must be available for all shifts.
• Bulletproof vest wearing required.
• Consult applicable collective bargaining for specific requirements.

Responsibilities

• Control access to secured areas by staffing fixed posts and monitoring entry/exit points.
• Deliver customer service to patients, visitors, and staff while maintaining a safe environment.
• Inspect parcels to prevent theft or unauthorized removal of property.
• Respond to incidents, disputes, and unusual situations calmly and effectively.
• Maintain required certifications and licenses.
• Assist with traffic control and parking enforcement as needed.
• Operate UPMC vehicles per policy and vehicle code.
• Transport deceased individuals to the morgue and manage body release respectfully.
• Monitor alarms and respond to security, fire, and environmental alerts.
• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds, complete incident reports, and escort patients.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Oral & written communication

Stress management

Physical fitness

Background check

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are seeking a vigilant, dependable, and professional Security Officer to help ensure the safety and security of our premises, staff, and visitors. In this critical role, you will be the first line of defense in maintaining a secure environment, responding to incidents, and enforcing safety protocols. If you have a strong sense of responsibility, excellent observational skills, and a commitment to upholding safety standards, we invite you to be part of our dedicated team.

** This position is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus!! **

Responsibilities:

• Control access to secured areas by staffing fixed posts and monitoring entry and exit points.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to patients, visitors, and staff while ensuring a safe environment.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels to prevent theft or unauthorized removal of property.
• Respond to incidents, disputes, and unusual situations, resolving them calmly and effectively.
• Maintain all required certifications and licenses in compliance with departmental standards.
• Assist with traffic control, vehicle-related issues, and parking enforcement as needed.
• Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with Pennsylvania Vehicle Code and organizational policies.
• Transport deceased individuals to the morgue and manage body release procedures respectfully and professionally.
• Monitor and respond to security, fire, and environmental alarms, providing support as necessary.
• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to deter criminal activity, complete incident reports, and conduct patient escorts.

Shifts:

Rotating shifts Sunday-Saturday. The primary shift will be daylight hours, 6AM - 6PM. The schedule will be working a two week rotation, working a three day weekend every other week. This position will primarily report to UPMC Greene, other than trainings. May need to be pulled to other shifts based on hospital needs.

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• High level of integrity required for handling sensitive/confidential UPMC information.
• Must possess strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potential combative situations with persons from all walks of life
• Psychological fitness required to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
• Physical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies.
• Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in written format.
• Good interpersonal skills; able to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.
• All applicants will be subject to a thorough background and criminal record check
• Must be available for all shifts
• Officers are required to wear a bullet proof vest.
• Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement should consult the applicable collective bargaining for specific requirements.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Act 235 with Firearms OR Act 235 without Firearms - All officers hired without a valid Act 235 must complete the 235 certification within their first 6 months of hire or placement and have process completed within 9 months of hire. Must meet audio and visual standards outlined in Act 235 at time of hire
• Valid Driver's License (MVR)
• Successfully pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard prior to hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire
• UPMC Physical Fitness Standard
• Act 235 with Firearms with renewal
• Act 235 without Firearms with renewal
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran