SECURITY OFFICER II - FT-DAYS

Jrmc; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Short- & Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Matching Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Main Hospital in Pine Bluff, AR seeks a Security Officer II for the Emergency Department. Responsibilities include crime prevention, incident investigation, staff education, and handling combative individuals. Requires firearm certification and BLS/CPR, plus prior law enforcement experience.

This is a full-time daytime role with a safety-sensitive designation in a hospital security department. Benefits and a focus on patient safety are provided.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS/CPR required upon hire or within 30 days.
• Firearm Certification required upon hire and annually.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in law enforcement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Prevent crimes and investigate incidents in the facility.
• Educate employees and de-escalate conflicts.
• Detain individuals for the police department and respond to emergencies.

Skills

BLS/CPR

Excellent communication

Conflict resolution

Calm under pressure

Quick response to emergencies

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical or Associate Degree in law enforcement or related fields

Job description

SECURITY OFFICER II - FT-DAYS

Full Time Non-Management Jefferson Regional Main Hospital, Pine Bluff, AR, US

What You Should Know About the Security Officer II:

• Hours vary with different shifts to cover department needs. Works primarily in the Emergency Department.
• This position is based within Jefferson Regional Safety and Security Department

Job Summary:

The Security Officer is charged with the responsibility to prevent crimes, investigate incidents, educate employees, deal with combative persons, detain persons for the police department, and perform numerous service tasks.

Security Officer II Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or Associate Degree in law enforcement, social science, physiology, or other related fields preferred.
• BLS/CPR required upon hire or obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Firearm Certification required upon hire and obtain annually.
• This is a safety sensitive position. *
• Minimum 8 years of experience in law enforcement (i.e., policer officer, military, parole probation, Arkansas department of corrections, etc.)
• Letter of recommendation from SCA mental health
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and manage conflicts.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, and respond quickly to emergencies
• Knowledge of relevant laws and regulations regarding safety, security, and patient confidentiality
• Strong knowledge of emergency procedures, de-escalation techniques, and conflict resolution
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Preferred 1 year of supervisory experience in a health care environment or other setting.
  • Knowledge of security operations and protocols in healthcare or hospital environments
  • Experience in hospital or healthcare security preferred

Benefits & Perks: your health and happiness matters! We offer:

• Competitive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Matching Retirement Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement
• And much, much, more!

Jefferson Regional complies with applicable Federal Civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex.

*Safety Sensitive Position Definition: The essential duties of the job require the employee to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner. A lapse in attention to detail may constitute a threat to health or safety resulting in injury, illness, or death. This position prohibits the current use of any illegal drugs.