Senior Security Officer - Patient & Facility Safety

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers; Ranson (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers in Ranson, WV are seeking a Security Officer to provide information and assistance to patients, visitors and staff while enforcing policies to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities include visible patrols, incident reporting, escort services, and coordination during drills and emergencies. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and one year in security or Associate’s degree in criminal justice, criminology, forensics, law or related field.

Responsibilities

• Maintain visibility at assigned locations to assist patients, visitors and staff with information.
• Respond to information/assistance requests in a courteous manner.
• Provide physical and wheelchair assistance, transport, escorts, and access to facilities.
• Monitor traffic flow in parking areas and issue permits as needed.
• Report suspicious activities per policy.
• Conduct routine building rounds and door unlocks.
• Suggest security improvements to management.
• Assist during drills and emergencies per procedures.
• Document incidents and activities clearly.
• Assist during emergencies (assaults, fires, etc.).
• Perform patient restraint as directed.
• Operate hospital vehicles safely.
• Ensure vehicle safety and maintenance.
• Incident reporting and routine patrols.

Skills

Stress management

Decision making

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree in criminal justice or related field

Job description

WVU Medicine Berkeley and Jefferson Medical Centers in Ranson, WV are seeking a Security Officer to provide information and assistance to patients, visitors and staff while enforcing policies to maintain a safe environment.

Responsibilities include visible patrols, incident reporting, escort services, and coordination during drills and emergencies. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver's license, and the ability to obtain relevant certifications.