Security Officer, Upper Chesapeake Health Aberdeen, Evening

University of Maryland; Bel Air (MD); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare system in Maryland seeks a full-time Security Officer to ensure safety and security for patients, staff, and visitors. The role includes patrolling the hospital grounds, responding to emergencies, and providing excellent service. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and prior security experience.

Qualifications

• Prior related experience (military, security, law enforcement, etc.) of at least one year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Protects hospital, assets, patients, team members, and visitors.
• Patrols hospital and grounds to prevent theft, vandalism, and other crimes.
• Responds to security needs of hospital staff, physicians, patients, and visitors.

Skills

Problem Solving

Service Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description

Security Officer, Upper Chesapeake Health - Aberdeen, Full-Time, Evenings

Schedule: 3PM – 11:30PM, every other weekend

Job Summary

The Security Officer is responsible for protecting the hospital, its assets, patients, team members, and visitors. This role involves patrolling the hospital and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and other crimes. The officer unlocks and secures hospital buildings and offices, responds to security needs of hospital staff, physicians, patients, and visitors, and interacts with individuals ranging from newborns to the elderly.

Company Description

University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Health (UM UCH) offers residents of northeastern Maryland advanced clinical expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a superior patient experience. As a community-based, integrated, non-profit health system, our vision is to become the preferred health system and create the healthiest community in Maryland. We are committed to enhancing community health through high-quality care, service excellence, and collaborative health promotion and education efforts.

UM UCH is the leading healthcare system and the second-largest private employer in Harford County, with over 3,500 team members and more than 650 physicians serving Harford County, eastern Baltimore County, and western Cecil County. Our facilities include:

• University of Maryland Upper Chesapeake Medical Center (UM UCMC), Bel Air, MD
• The Upper Chesapeake Health Foundation, Bel Air, MD
• The Patricia D. and M. Scot Kaufman Cancer Center, Bel Air, MD
• The Senator Bob Hooper House, Forest Hill, MD

Qualifications

Education & Training: High school diploma or equivalent required. Prior related experience (military, security, law enforcement, etc.) of at least one year preferred.

Skills & Abilities: Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret security reports; solve practical problems; interpret instructions in various formats; work effectively under pressure, especially during emergencies; demonstrate excellent service skills; and intervene with physically aggressive individuals.

Additional Information

All information will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

Compensation:

• Pay Range: $18.12 - $23.89
• Additional Compensation: Refer to the 2024-2025 UMMS Benefits Guide