Security Officer - Main Campus (Full Time) - 8066

St. Mary's Medical Center Inc; Huntington (WV); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a Full Time Security Officer for the Main Campus. The role provides 24/7 safety and security coverage for patients, visitors and employees, including event and VIP coverage, escorts, and security incident reporting.

The officer will handle parking lot safety, criminal and non-criminal investigations, motorist assistance, and securing patient valuables. On-the-job training and compliance with required certifications are part of the role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; on-the-job training provided.
• 1–2 years related security experience; 2–5 years preferred; background in security, law enforcement or military.
• Must possess a valid Operator's License and a clean motor vehicle record.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24/7 coverage of safety and security for patients, visitors and employees.
• Protect patients, staff and visitors; report security and safety issues.
• Secure parking lot; handle investigations (criminal and non-criminal) and special events coverage.
• Assist with escorts on campus and VIP coverage as needed.
• Provide motorist assistance (jump starts, door unlocks) and secure patient valuables.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Valid Operator's License

Clean Motor Vehicle Record

Job description

Security Officer - Main Campus (Full Time) - 8066

Job Description

St. Mary's Medical Center is looking for a Full Time Security Officer for the Main Campus. It is the responsibility of SMMC Security Officers while on duty to provide 24/7 coverage of safety and security to the patients/visitors/employees of St. Mary’s Medical Center. This coverage includes but is not limited to protecting patient, staff, and visitors. Report on building security and safety issues. The Security Officer is responsible for the parking lot safety, security, and protocol, investigations, criminal and non-criminal, and special event coverage to include media related events. Security officer will also be responsible for special events and VIP coverage, assist with uncooperative individuals who interfere with staff’s ability to provide patient care, and provide escorts for individuals on campus. Security Officers will provide motorist assistance to include battery jump starts and door unlocks. The security officer will be responsible for securing patient valuables and writing and submitting reports.

Requirements

Education Requirements: High School diploma or equivalent required. Junior College/Technical School preferred. On the Job Training Requirements.

Probationary/ Newly hired employees must complete the following training in the first six months of employment. Failure to complete the required training will result in termination of employment unless approved by the Director of Security for reasons out of the employee’s control.

• 40-hour Basic Orientation
• IAHSS Basic certification- with Advanced and Supervisory levels
• Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training and Certification
• ASP Training and Certification
• Health Stream annual education
• Use of force continuum
• First Aide/CPR/AED
• Dealing with assaultive and/or difficult people
• Public Relations

Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years of position related experience. 2 to 5 years preferred. Past experience in Security, Law Enforcement or Military. Basic computer skills (including typing/keyboarding/ using a mouse). Strong interpersonal skills required. Good writing skills must be able to read and comprehend. Good communication skills. Basic First Aid knowledge preferred.

Certifications/Skills: Must possess a valid Operators’ License. Clean Motor vehicle record to meet hospital insurance carrier requirements.

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