Senior Security Officer - Evening Shift

Trinityhealth; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Trinity Health's St. Joseph's Health location seeks a Senior Security Officer (Armed) to provide armed, uniformed security across campuses. You will assess threats, respond to incidents, and coordinate with law enforcement as required.

The role requires five years in security or law enforcement, NY licenses, and strong report writing. The position includes an evening shift with a weekend/holiday rotation.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years experience in Armed Security Guard, Healthcare/Hospital security or Law Enforcement.
• Licensing and certifications listed in the education section are required at time of hire.
• Knowledge of NY Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Perform armed, uniformed security presence across SJH campuses.
• Assess threats, respond to and mitigate offenses against life and safety of staff, patients, visitors.
• Prepare thorough written reports of investigations and submit to leadership.
• Coordinate with law enforcement as needed based on threat assessment.
• De-escalate workplace violence and manage security operations per policy.

Skills

Armed Security

Healthcare Security

Law Enforcement

Threat Assessment

Report Writing

Education

NYS Armed Security License

NYS pistol permit

High School Diploma/GED

IAHSS Basic Security Certification

Police Officer status (NY)

Job description

Employment Type:

Full time Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

$3,000 New Hire Sign on Bonus

Full Time

Evening shift

3:00pm - 11:30pm

The schedule includes working a weekend and holiday rotation Senior Security Officer (Armed)

MISSION STATEMENT:

We, St. Joseph's Health, and Trinity Health, serve together in the spirit of the Gospel as a compassionate and transforming healing presence within our communities.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the direction of the Security Supervisor, is responsible for the performance of all security and safety duties as assigned. Provide armed, uniformed Security presence throughout St. Joseph's Health (SJH) campuses. Senior Security Officers will assess threats, provide immediate response to, and mitigate offenses against public order, life and safety of colleagues, staff, patients, visitors and others on and within the buildings and grounds of SJH. Offenses or events requiring investigation and thorough reporting will be made and submitted to the Lead Security Officer and other SJH Leadership. Coordination with law enforcement agencies based on threat assessment and offenses. Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE, CERTIFICATION AND LICENSURE:

• Valid State of New York Armed Security Guard License (includes firearms training and a valid NYS pistol permit) OR active police officer status (New York State) at time of hiring is required.
• Active police officers must obtain armed security license and a NYS pistol permit within 6 months upon being hired.
• Successful completion of the DCJS (division of criminal justice) Basic Course for Police Officers preferred.
• High School Diploma/GED Certificate required. Associate degree preferred.
• A valid NYS Drivers License is required.

IAHSS Basic Security Certification must be completed within one year of hire.

FEMA Emergency Management Institute courses must be completed within 90 days of hire - IS - 100c.

BLS Certification required upon hire or within 3 weeks of hire. .

SPECIAL EQUIPMENT, SKILLS, OR OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Minimum of five (5) years experience in any combination of the following: Armed Security Guard, Healthcare/ Hospital security or Law Enforcement (Police or Peace Officer). (5) Years Law Enforcement Experience (Police or Peace Officer) is preferred. Must successfully pass a Psychiatric evaluation prior to hire.

Knowledge and demonstrated understanding of the New York State Penal Law and Criminal Procedure Law.

Knowledge and understanding of the use of force continuum and it's application within a private security setting.

WORK ENVIRONMENTAL AND HAZARDS:

Frequent exposure to adverse working conditions such as noise, noxious odors, temperatures, hazardous materials, and communicable diseases. Routine or potential exposure to blood, body fluids, excretions, or secretions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Frequent close eye work (computers, typing, reading, and writing). Sedentary (sitting), light work (standing, walking, lifting 51 pounds) heavy/hard work (patient handling/lifting, maximum 35 pounds).

WORK CONTACT GROUP:

All services, employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, vendors, various regulatory and professional agencies.

SUPERVISED BY:

Senior Security Supervisor, Security Manager, and Regional Director of Security

CAREER PATH:

Senior Security Supervisor

Principal Responsibilities:

Equipment

Maintains the departments equipment in a safe manner.

Operates the departments equipment including motor vehicles in a safe manner.

Demonstrates proper and safe use of all assigned equipment and maintains proficiency in same, including firearm, pepper gel, etc.

Security Services

Performs all security/safety rounds/fixed post assignments utilizing departmental prescribed procedures; as well as utilizing training and experience as an Armed Security Guard/Law Enforcement Personnel to de-escalate workplace violence, mitigate threats and properly handle emotionally disturbed persons (EDP).

When not on a fixed post assignment, respond to calls for service timely and in an appropriate manner.

With the organization's core value of reverence, perform searches of patients, visitors and staff in accordance with the search policy.

Ensures that investigations are thorough and complete and submitted in a timely manner.

Identify hazards, threats to the safety and security of the campus and it's occupants and then initiates the appropriate corrective measures and immediately alerts your supervisor regarding the deficiency.

Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the ability work with diverse groups in fact finding, problem solving and dispute resolution.

Displays knowledge and competency with video management and access control systems and is able to manage and leverage these assets in the private security setting.

Investigations/Property

Completes thorough and professional written reports of all assigned investigations using the SJH designated reporting systems.

Prepares reports that are legible, coherent, and concise w