Security Officer - Tappahannock - Days

VCU Health; Tappahannock (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Security Officer in Virginia to provide security services by courteously assisting staff, visitors and patients, and enforcing hospital rules to maintain a safe environment.

This unarmed, non-sworn position requires de-escalation skills, vigilance, and the ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays. The Friday-Tuesday schedule described in the posting emphasizes early morning coverage at the facility.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 6–12 months of security/law enforcement training or relevant college coursework.
• Ability to de-escalate agitated individuals and maintain safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services to staff, visitors and patients.
• Enforce hospital rules and regulations to promote a safe environment.
• Project a professional image and support hospital-community relations.
• De-escalate agitated individuals and prevent risky or violent situations.
• Work shifts including weekends and holidays as scheduled.

Skills

Security knowledge

De-escalation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

NOTE - This shift is Friday - Tuesday, 6am to 230pm.

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

NOTE - This shift is Friday - Tuesday, 6am to 230pm.

Compensation Range

• $15.69 - $23.53
• Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.

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