Security Officer - Per Diem

Boston Medical Center; Brockton (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Spending Accounts

403(b) savings match

Paid time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Boston Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer for its Public Safety Department in Brockton, Massachusetts. The role includes providing security for staff, visitors, and patients, as well as maintaining safety protocols and responding to emergencies.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, with a preference for an Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice, and at least 2 years of security or healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or GED.
• Preferably hold an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice.
• Minimum of 2 years in security/healthcare or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible deterrence to crime by patrolling hospital grounds.
• Respond effectively to emergencies and non-emergencies.
• Ensure only authorized personnel access the hospital.

Skills

Security and safety management

Patrolling

Incident reporting

Emergency response

Microsoft Office

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate’s or Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice

Job description

Position Summary

Security Officer in the Public Safety Department at Boston Medical Center South. Reports to the Manager of Security. Responsible for providing security and safety for staff, visitors and patients. Handles traffic, escorts, maintains lost & found logs, assists emergency response, and serves on the Fire Control Team.

Schedule and Benefits

Per Diem, As Needed; Non-Benefit Eligible. Compensation range: $0.00–$0.00 (minimum). Benefits include medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, discretionary annual bonuses, merit increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings match, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources for employee well‑being.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible deterrence to crime and prohibited activities by patrolling hospital buildings and grounds.
• Respond quickly and effectively to emergent and non‑emergent situations.
• Ensure only authorized personnel are admitted onto hospital premises.
• Escort visitors, patients, and personnel to and from parking areas upon request.
• Maintain current information in lost and found logs; notify the D.O.S. and the Sergeant of missing items.
• Serve as a member of the Fire Control Team and respond to all fires.
• Investigate incidents of unusual circumstances reported by hospital personnel, visitors, physicians, or patients.
• Report all incidents verbally or through general incident form by the end of each shift.
• Write accurate, clear, and legible incident reports and document investigatory steps and results.

Requirements

• Education: High school diploma or GED required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Criminal Justice preferred.
• Experience: Minimum of 2 years in security/healthcare operations or equivalent law‑enforcement/military experience preferred.
• Certification/Licensure: Valid Massachusetts ClassD operator’s license.
• Software/Hardware: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Background check required before employment.
• Vaccinations: Must be vaccinated against COVID‑19, flu, and receive a booster dose of the COVID‑19 vaccine.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Boston Medical Center is an equal employment/affirmative action employer. We ensure equal employment opportunities for all, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression or any other non‑job‑related characteristic.