Security Officer-Per Diem

Gaylord Specialty Healthcare; Wallingford (CT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Gaylord Hospital, Inc. in Wallingford, CT is seeking a Security Officer to safeguard premises and personnel. Duties include patrolling property, monitoring surveillance, inspecting access points, and reporting irregularities to prevent losses while ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

The role requires a CT Guard Card, a High School Diploma or GED, and strong interpersonal, time management, and customer service skills. Equal opportunity employer.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• CT Guard Card required.
• Strong interpersonal and judgment skills.
• Excellent time management and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Patrol premises and monitor surveillance.
• Control access and direct traffic.
• Complete reports and document observations.
• Respond to emergencies and provide assistance.
• Ensure safety of personnel and visitors.
• Comply with laws and company standards.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Judgement

Time management

Customer service

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

The Security Officer will secure premises and personnel by patrolling property, monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings and access points.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Secure premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment and access points; permitting entry

Obtain help by sounding alarms

Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, informing violators of policy and procedures; restraining trespassers

Control traffic by directing drivers

Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures

Maintain the environment by monitoring and setting building and equipment controls

Maintain the organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements

Ensure operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques

Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed

Ensure the security, safety and well-being of all personnel, visitors and the premises

Adhere to all company service and operating standards

Remain in compliance with local, state and federal regulations

Respond to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers

Protect the company's assets relative to theft, assault, fire and other safety issues

Follow procedures for various initiatives, including fire prevention, property patrol, traffic control

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED required

Must have a CT Guard Card

Interpersonal skills and the ability to use judgement

Must have exceptional time management and customer service skills.

Work Schedule

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V

Equal Opportunity Employer

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