SECURITY OFFICER II - SAFETY/SECURITY - FULL TIME

Jefferson Regional Med Ctr; Pine Bluff (AR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Matching Retirement Plans

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Jefferson Regional Main Hospital in Pine Bluff, AR is seeking a Security Officer II to join the Safety and Security Department. This full-time, non-management role focuses on preventing crimes, investigating incidents, educating staff, and responding to emergencies.

Responsibilities include maintaining patient confidentiality, enforcing hospital security procedures, and de-escalating conflicts while remaining calm under pressure.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technical or Associate Degree in law enforcement, social science, physiology, or related fields preferred.
• BLS/CPR required upon hire or within 30 days of hire.
• Firearm Certification required upon hire and annually.
• Safety sensitive position.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in law enforcement (police officer, military, etc.).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain calm in stressful situations and manage conflicts.
• Knowledge of safety laws, regulations, and patient confidentiality.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures, de-escalation techniques, and conflict resolution.
• Preferred: 1 year supervisory experience in healthcare security.

Responsibilities

• Prevent crimes and investigate incidents within the hospital.
• Educate employees and assist in maintaining a safe environment.
• Detain individuals when required and coordinate with police.
• Respond to emergencies and ensure rapid safety measures.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Calm under pressure

De-escalation techniques

Conflict resolution

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technical/Associate degree in related field

Job description

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SECURITY OFFICER II - SAFETY/SECURITY - FULL TIME

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.