Security Officer I

NYU Langone Health System; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 67,630 - 83,983; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health System is seeking a Security Officer I to join its team in Mineola, NY. This role involves patrolling the hospital's premises, responding to emergencies, and safeguarding visitors and staff.

The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma, hold a valid NYS Security Guard License, and have strong communication and customer service skills. The expected salary range for this position is $67,630.65 - $83,983.64 annually.

Qualifications

• Current and valid NYS Security Guard License.
• Current and valid CPR and AED certification, obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Current and valid Crisis Prevention/Intervention (CPI) certification, obtained within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds to ensure safety.
• Respond to hospital emergencies and provide staff support.
• Provide security escorts and safeguard hospital properties.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills including MS Office

Job description

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center that offers diagnostic and therapeutic care across a broad range of specialties. It is committed to equity and inclusion, fostering an environment where faculty, staff, and students thrive.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Security Officer I. In this role, the successful candidate will patrol hospital buildings and grounds, hold post on an assigned shift protecting patients, visitors, volunteers, employees, and property, respond to hospital emergencies, and provide staff support on access control and special activities as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Greets patients, visitors, and employees courteously, identifies yourself by name when requested, responds to inquiries promptly, provides directions, and refers matters outside scope to appropriate others.
• Protects and safeguards hospital properties and installations as assigned, patrols surrounding areas, locks/unlocks doors, secures restricted areas, checks fire hoses and stairwells, operates monitors such as alarms and TV surveillance, and provides security escorts when directed.
• Observes visitors, answers questions, investigates reported losses, suspicious or unusual situations efficiently, escorts unruly or unauthorized personnel away, may use restraining skills to subdue violators or emotionally disturbed individuals, and prepares and submits incident reports.
• Explains hospital security policies and procedures to visitors, staff, and other departments as necessary; assists in controlling visitor traffic and maintains package control policy.
• Responds promptly to fire alarms and other emergencies using established communication systems, unlocks doors, directs affected populations to safe areas, and assists fire brigade or appropriate others efficiently.
• Detains law violators and represents the hospital in legal cases as necessary; directs traffic, guards dignitaries and police officials during ceremonies, and may drive hospital vehicles.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current and valid NYS Security Guard License.
• Current and valid CPR and AED certification, obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Current and valid Crisis Prevention/Intervention (CPI) certification, obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Required Licenses

• Crisis Prevention/Intervention-Ct.
• Security Guard Reg-NYS.

Preferred Qualifications

• Some college education.
• Current and valid NYS Driver's License.
• Basic computer skills including MS Office.

Equal Opportunity Statement

NYU Langone Hospital-Long Island is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration.

Salary Range

Salary range: $67,630.65 - $83,983.64 annually. Actual salaries depend on experience, specialty, education, and hospital need.