Security Officer II, Public Safety & Security, Fulltime, Second Shift

UC Health; Cincinnati, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health seeks a dedicated Security Officer to patrol campuses, respond to incidents, and safeguard patients, staff, and property. The role requires cooperation with colleagues, respectful conduct, and adherence to UC Health standards.

The position emphasizes hazard inspections, enforcement of laws, and participation in safety drills, with opportunities to advance through additional training and certifications within the first year.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in criminal justice or security management preferred.
• OPOTA or other state certified training academy as security/police officer preferred.
• Two years experience in law enforcement/public safety/security/military police required.
• IAHSS security officer certification within 12 months of employment preferred.
• Basic police training preferred; experience with Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol property and facilities by foot, bike or vehicle to ensure a safe and secure environment; respond to alarms and dispatched calls.
• Investigate and document criminal or unusual activity and prepare incident reports.
• Conduct inspections to identify hazards and submit work requests as needed.
• Enforce UC Health policies and applicable laws; may testify in court if required.
• Perform safety checks, maintain fire extinguishers and alarm systems, and stay updated on security trends.

Skills

Two years experience

Basic police training

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate degree in criminal justice or security management

IAHSS security officer certification (within 12 months)

OPOTA or state certified training academy (preferred)

Job description

Job Description

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is committed to providing an inclusive, equitable and diverse place of employment.

Responsible for the protection of UC Health associates, patients, visitors, as well as buildings, grounds and vehicles. Enforces rules and regulations as they pertain to all facilities.

About University of Cincinnati Medical Center

As part of the Clifton Campus of UC Health, Greater Cincinnati's academic health system, University of Cincinnati Medical Center has served Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky for nearly 200 years. Each year, hundreds of thousands of patients receive care from our world-renowned clinicians and care team.

UC Medical Center is also home to medical breakthroughs- our physician experts conduct basic, translational and clinical research, leading to new therapies and care protocols, and connecting patients to the latest and most advanced treatments. UC Medical Center houses Greater Cincinnati's only Level I adult trauma center, which includes the right mix of specialist and medical resources available at a moment's notice for a wide variety of the most complex medical conditions and injuries.

Responsibilities

• Patrol property and/or facilities by foot, bike or patrol vehicle in an effort to ensure a safe and secure environment, respond to alarm activation's and radio dispatched calls. In performance of their duties, officers are to cooperate with co-workers and other employees, be respectful and conduct themselves in a courteous, friendly, and professional manner. Treat all patients, visitors, and associates in a fair professional manner.

• Investigate and document all reports of criminal or unusual activity, crisis incidents and policy violations, following up when necessary. Complete appropriate incident report, as outlined in department policy. Reports must be complete, clear, concise, accurate, and professional.

• Conduct inspections and document potential and real security, health and safety hazards. Upon discovery, officers shall conduct initial investigation if needed and submit a Plant Operations work request.

• Enforce UC Health policies, procedures, and regulations. Assist in enforcing all Federal, State and Local laws as indicated in the Ohio Revised Code. Appear in court, if necessary to testify in court cases.

• Performs safety checks throughout the facilities, and grounds. Performs monthly checks of the fire extinguishers, panic alarm systems.

• Maintains knowledge of current trends and developments in the field by reading appropriate journals, books and other literature, and attending related seminars, conferences and in-services.

• Additional duties: Officers are required to perform all other duties assigned by department management. These duties include, but are not limited to: locking/unlocking doors and gates, handling lost and found property, motorist assists, medical assists (patient restraints), package/mail delivery, helicopter landing safety, etc.

Qualifications

Education: Associate degree in criminal justice or security management, preferred. Graduation from Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) or other state certified training academy as a security or police officer, preferred.

License and Certification: Obtain the IAHSS security officer certification within 12 months of employment.

Years of Experience: Two years experience in law enforcement/public safety/security/military police, minimum required. Willing to certify, license or graduate within 12 months, IAHSS certified, preferred.

Required Skills and Knowledge: Basic police training preferred, experience with multiple computer programs such as Microsoft office required.

Work Environment: Associate must be able to demonstrate the ability to consider the attributes, special need and behaviors of the specific and highly diverse populations served by UC Health and to demonstrate the competencies that address the unique characteristics related to developmental, physical, psychosocial, mental, emotional and social needs at all stages and ages of life, as well as the norms, religious preferences, language and communication attributes and other characteristics of our diverse patient, and associate, population. Must be able to act under stress, working in variety of weather and maintain moral standards.

About UC Health

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

UC Health is an EEO employer.