Security Officer — Protect, Assist & Respond

Virtua Health; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

FSA (health/dependent care)

403(b) / 401(k)

Paid time off

Paid sick leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability (optional)

Life insurance

AD&D insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a Security Officer in New Jersey to safeguard facilities, patrol grounds, monitor alarms and cameras, and assist staff with a safe, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include weapon screening at entrances, incident documentation, escorts, and collaboration with law enforcement as needed. Requires HS diploma, valid license, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 2 years security experience preferred.
• Ability to stay levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations.
• Proficient written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Walk and patrol assigned posts and conduct safety rounds.
• Monitor doors, surveillance cameras, alarms, and input/output data.
• Perform weapon screening with handheld wands and the EVOLV system.
• Provide directions and escorts for visitors, vendors, patients, and staff.
• Prepare incident reports and shift logs; coordinate with law enforcement as needed.
• Verify ID badges and ensure proper ID bands, passes and badges for the public.

Skills

Security experience

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Tools

EVOLV weapon screening system

Handheld wands

Job description

Virtua Health is seeking a Security Officer in New Jersey to safeguard facilities, patrol grounds, monitor alarms and cameras, and assist staff with a safe, welcoming environment.

Responsibilities include weapon screening at entrances, incident documentation, escorts, and collaboration with law enforcement as needed. Requires HS diploma, valid license, and strong communication skills.