Security Officer – Part-Time (20 hours/wk) - Weekend Nights

VCU Health; Quinton (VA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Security Officer to provide security services for staff, visitors, and patients. This unarmed, non-sworn role emphasizes professional conduct and a safe healthcare environment.

The position requires a high school diploma, 6–12 months of security experience, and the ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays. A driver’s license may be required in some roles.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques typically gained in 6–12 months of on-the-job training or related college coursework in Administration of Justice.
• Ability to de-escalate agitated individuals and maintain safety in a healthcare setting.
• Demonstrated capacity to work with staff, visitors and patients to promote a safe environment.

Responsibilities

• De-escalates agitated patients, individually and as part of a team.
• Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.
• Maintain professional image and contribute to positive hospital community relations.

Skills

De-escalation

Observation skills

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

This position is 20 hours a week, on Weekend Nights

The Security Officer provides security services to VCUHS by courteously assisting staff, visitors and patients; enforcing rules and regulations of the hospitals; projecting a positive image; and promoting a safe healthcare environment.

The Security Officer conveys an image of professionalism, behaving in a way that is conducive to good hospital and community relations. This is an unarmed, non-sworn security position.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED

Previous knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques at a level generally acquired during 6 to 12 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice

Experience PREFERRED

One (1) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience

Education/training REQUIRED

High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED

Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Independent Action(s) Required

• De-escalates agitated patients, both individually and as a member of a team.
• Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.

Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A

Additional Position Requirements

• Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs.
• Some Security Officer roles may require valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation.

Age Specific Groups Served

Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric

Physical Requirements (includes Use Of Assistance Devices As Appropriate)

• Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs.
• Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other)
• Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
• Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

Compensation Range

$15.69 - $23.53

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

Weekend Night

EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran