Security Officer

Kansas Health System; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Kansas City seeks a Security Officer I to conduct patrols, respond to emergencies, and assist visitors. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, and experience in military or armed security is preferred. Responsibilities include managing visitor access, responding to alarms, and ensuring safety for patients and staff. This role requires strong judgment and the ability to handle challenging situations professionally.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or General Educational Development.
• 1+ years of related experience preferred in Military, Law Enforcement, or Armed Security.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Conduct internal and external patrols.
• Control visitor access during non-visiting hours.
• Provide assistance with deceased patients’ transport.
• Respond to emergency codes and security assistance calls.

Skills

Physical intervention

Emergency response

Customer service

Judgment in security situations

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Tools

TASER

Bodycams

Security equipment

Computers

Job description

Security Officer I page is loaded## Security Officer Ilocations: Liberty, MOposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: R-50595# Position TitleSecurity Officer ILiberty Hospital## Position Summary / Career Interest:To demonstrate skills and competencies in performing all security functions. Have knowledge and understanding on how to operate all security equipment, computers, monitors, radios, telephones, security vehicles and access controls and video equipment. Will appropriately respond to call for assistance and investigate all incidents of unusual circumstances. Ability to apply appropriate physical intervention when combative patients or others represent risks to themselves or others. Ensure documentation is completed appropriately and accurately. Provide customer service and assistance when request. Perform routine task and appropriately respond to the facility's emergency codes. Participate and complete training in PPE use and IAHSS and achieve a passing score. Officers will be trained and competent to carry and use TASER's, wear Bodycams and appropriately engage in the safe control of violent persons.**Responsibilities and Essential Job Functions*** Conducts internal and external patrols in a timely manner, inspecting for unlocked doors, burned out lights/signage, maintenance issues, issuing parking tickets, and enforcing the tobacco use policy.* Control visitors access in to the facility during non-visiting hours.* Provide transport of deceased patients and assist funeral home representatives with the release of the deceased patients as needed.* Pro-actively assist all persons entering the hospital thru the ECC/Outpatient entrances and provide escorts as requested.* Provide customers with assistance as requested. This may include but is not limited to items such as providing directions, vehicle jump starts, or locating lost vehicles.* Appropriately responds to the facility's emergency codes and calls for Security assistance.* Officers to exercise extreme wise judgement in the potential scenarios where ""Use of Force"" decisions must be made quickly. Officers to demonstrate strong competencies and policy compliance in the carry and use of TASERs and Bodycams.* Appropriately respond to assistance calls for combative/disorderly patients, visitors or employees.* Appropriately responds to alarms at the South Park Medical Buildings # 3, Distribution Centers, and the Pavilion.* Participate in First Responder Training.* Investigate all incidents of unusual circumstances reported to security by Medical Center personnel, visitors, physicians or patients as requested.* Security personnel will have knowledge and understanding of the appropriate use of all security equipment, computers, monitors, radios, pagers, telephones, and security vehicle.* Security personnel will conduct monthly grounds inspections, monthly fire extinguisher inspections, weekly elevator checks, and complete the appropriate documentation accurately. They will also ensure that any additional required documentation is completed appropriately and accurately.* Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.* These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.**Required Education and Experience*** High School Graduate OR* General Educational Development**Preferred Education and Experience*** 1 or more years of Related Experience* Military, Law Enforcement, or Armed Security Experience* Healthcare Security Experience**Required Licensure and Certification*** Valid Driver's License* Taser Qualified (Appropriate Qualification Course Provided by the Health System Upon Hire)* HWC - Handle With Care (Full) - Course Provided Upon Hire upon Hire## Time Type:## Job Requisition ID:R-50595### Important information for you to know as you apply:* The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. *See also* *.** The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail].* Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the and signing the agreement to the DRP.We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.