Security Officer I

NYU Langone Health; Village of Mineola (NY); On-site; USD 47,775 - 59,333; Full time

Job summary

NYU Langone Health in Village of Mineola is hiring a Security Officer I to patrol hospital grounds and respond to emergencies. You will safeguard hospital properties and provide exemplary customer service to patients and visitors. A high school diploma and a valid NYS Security Guard License are required for this position.

The salary range is $34.68 - $43.07 hourly, depending on experience and qualifications. Join our team to contribute to a safe healthcare environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings and grounds.
• Respond to hospital emergencies and provide staff support.
• Greet patients, visitors, and employees in a courteous manner.
• Protect and safeguard hospital properties.
• Prepare and submit incident reports to supervisor.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills including MS Office

Job description

Overview

NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island is a 591-bed university-affiliated medical center offering diagnostic and therapeutic care in virtually every specialty and subspecialty of medicine and surgery. We are a regional healthcare resource with a commitment to medical education and research, providing inpatient and outpatient services. We strive to be a place where our faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive, and we embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.

Position Summary

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Security Officer I.

Job Responsibilities

• 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.
• Greet patients, visitors, and employees in a courteous manner. Identify yourself by name when requested. Respond to inquiries politely and promptly. Provide directions to visitors as needed. Refer matters outside the scope of duties to appropriate others, keeping patients and others informed as needed.
• Protect and safeguard hospital properties and installations. Patrol surrounding areas to ensure orderliness, lock and/or open doors, secure restricted areas, check fire hoses, stairwells, etc., in accordance with established procedures. Operate and monitor security systems (alarms, surveillance, etc.). Provide security escorts as directed (e.g., safe corridor to parking garages).
• Observe visitors, answer questions, and investigate reported losses, suspicious or unusual situations in a courteous, efficient manner. Escort unruly or unauthorized personnel from hospital premises in a tactful and professional manner. May require restraining skills to subdue violators or emotionally disturbed individuals. Prepare and submit incident reports to supervisor.
• Explain hospital security policies and procedures to visitors and staff as necessary. Assist other departments in controlling visitor traffic as required. Maintain hospital package control policy in accordance with established procedures.
• Respond promptly to fire alarms and other emergencies using established communication systems. Unlock doors, direct affected populations to safe areas, and assist fire personnel as needed.
• Detain law violators and represent the hospital in legal cases as necessary. Direct traffic, guard ceremonial or special events, and may drive hospital vehicles as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

To qualify you must have a High School Diploma or the equivalent. Current and valid NYS Security Guard License. Current and valid CPR and AED certification (Must be obtained within 90 days of hire date). Current and valid Crisis Prevention/Intervention (CPI) certification (Must be obtained within 90 days of hire date). Strong communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and customer service skills.

Required Licenses

Crisis Prevention/Intervention-Ct, Security Guard Reg-NYS

Preferred Qualifications

Some College. 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. Applications are required to be completed online.

Salary and Benefits

Salary range: $34.68 - $43.07 hourly. Actual salaries depend on factors including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. This range does not include bonuses or other forms of compensation or benefits. For Pay Transparency information, view the Pay Transparency Notice.