Security Officer I - Rotation

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) plan with company contributions

PTO accrual

Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000/yr

Pre-tax savings plans (FSA, HSA)

Company-paid life insurance and short/

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, visitors, and staff across campus facilities. The role involves patrolling on foot or by car, responding to emergencies, monitoring access, and supporting safety programs.

Responsibilities include directing traffic, reporting hazards, and coordinating with local authorities. Preferred candidates have experience in security, military, or police settings and hold a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• One year of related security experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine patrols on foot or by car and enforce hospital rules; report or resolve problems.
• Direct firefighting activities and participate in fire drills with local departments.
• Direct traffic on hospital property and assist with vehicle issues per policy.
• Provide routine escort and emergent delivery services to campus facilities.
• Train in fire fighting techniques and use of equipment; participate in orientation for staff and students.
• Investigate complaints and complete detailed incident reports.

Skills

Patrol operations

Emergency response

Communication

Confrontation management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Responsible for maintaining safety and security for an assigned area. Ensures the safety of patients, visitors, and employees; conducts routine patrols of assigned areas to keep property and persons free from risk. Responds to emergencies, fire alarms, hazardous material incidents. Manages conflicts, confrontation, and stressful situations on a routine basis. Performs both foot patrol and vehicle patrol of facilities and grounds. Must be physically able to provide the essential services of the position.

Responsibilities

• Conducts routine patrols on foot or by car of assigned areas; enforces hospital rules of conduct; monitors for unauthorized persons, unusual physical factors, and mechanical malfunctions; reports or resolves problems; completes detailed written shift reports as required; may record patrols with a clock or similar device.
• Directs firefighting activities; inspects buildings for fire and safety hazards; enforces fire and safety rules; participates in fire drills and safety programs for employees; works cooperatively with local fire departments.
• Directs traffic on hospital property; enforces traffic and parking regulations; assists patients, visitors, and employees with vehicle problems per policy and training.
• Provides routine escort and emergent delivery services to campus facilities.
• Participates in orientation of new employees and students in fire, safety, and security policies; trains in fire fighting techniques and use of equipment.
• Locks and unlocks doors in designated areas according to schedule.
• Operates security technology equipment including personal computers, CCTV systems, fire alarm systems, access control systems, security alarm systems, and radios.
• Performs emergency and hazardous material response services in accordance with training, policy and equipment capabilities.
• Performs security and emergency services related to site emergency management plans.
• Trains in relation to Hospital Emergency Incident Command System job roles.
• Performs set up duties related to the Emergency Operations Center.
• Investigates employee, visitor, and patient complaints; collaborates with local police departments and authorities.
• Completes detailed reports on incidents, thefts, and losses.
• Responds to requests for assistance involving patients in assigned locations; assists in locating patients; assists Life Flight with unloading patients and equipment, as necessary.
• Coordinates and performs prisoner escort duties consistent with protocol.
• Assists and directs patients and visitors within the Medical Center; provides information and assistance; may help handicapped, wheelchair-bound, and elderly persons during arrival and departure; maintains adequate supply of wheelchairs at the hospital entrance.

Position Details

• Hours: Full time, 40 hours per week, day/evening rotation
• Weekends and Holidays rotation
• Required Experience: High School Diploma or GED and valid Driver's License
• Preferred Experience: One (1) year of related experience

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (Required)
• Valid Driver's License
• Experience: Security, Military, Police (Preferred)

Benefits

• Health, dental and vision insurance starting on day one
• Multiple medical plan options
• Pre-tax savings plans (FSA, HSA)
• Company-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• 401(k) plan with company contributions
• PTO accrual
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $5,000 per year)