Armed Security Officer - Security - FT - Day

Stormont Vail Health • Topeka, KS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This position will assist in the education and enforcement of regulations, policies, and laws that contribute to the safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees of the Medical Center. The position performs routine security patrols in the Emergency Department lobby and the outside entrance to the Emergency Department, in order to prevent thefts, destruction of property, disorderly conduct, and other adverse incidents on SVH property. Performs security related functions, including but not limited to report writing, CCTV monitoring, and patient assists. Responds to escalating and combative patient and visitor situations as necessary in the front lobby of the Emergency Department. Attends workshops, classes, and seminars to maintain their proficiency and assure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.

Requirements

• Graduated from a law enforcement academy.
• 2 years Law enforcement experience with current agency if presently employed as an officer or retired status with a Law Enforcement Agency with firearms permit from a sponsored Law Enforcement Agency.
• Meets the LEOSA Standard of 10 or more years of experience with one or more of the following criteria:
• Is or was authorized by law to engage in or supervise the prevention, detection, investigation, or prosecution of, or the incarceration of any person for, any violation of law, and has statutory powers of arrest
• Is or was authorized by their employing federal, state, or local agency to carry a firearm
• Is in good standing with the applicable federal or state law enforcement regulatory agency
• Meets standards, if any, established by the agency which require the employee to regularly qualify in the use of a firearm
• Included is a military police officer who is similarly trained and possessed apprehension authority under the Uniform Code of Military Justice
• Included is a Correctional Officer who served in an armed position, such as Correctional Emergency Response Team or Court Transport and successfully completed mandatory training for that position within their agency
• Is not under the influence of alcohol or another intoxicating or hallucinatory drug or substance
• Is not prohibited by Federal law from receiving or purchasing a firearm.
• Ability to define problems collects data, establishes facts, and draws valid conclusions.
• Good communication is a must, which requires talking and listening skills.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, policies, and guidelines.
• Ability to write routine reports.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
• Firearms Permit – TPD - Must be qualified with firearm in accordance with the KS C-Post weapons qualifications course.
• Must maintain firearm certification through their Law Enforcement Agency.
• Must provide own semi-automatic firearm that is acceptable by the Stormont-Vail Healthcare Security Policy.
• Must successfully complete and pass a psychological assessment sponsored by Stormont Vail Health prior to employment.
• On a contingent basis officers may work pending the outcome of their assessment but are not allowed to carry firearms.
• Drivers License – DMV - Current Valid Driver’s License and Clean MVR with 3-year baseline and annual MVR review

Responsibilities

• Enforces regulations, policies, and laws that contribute to the safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees of the medical center.
• Performs routine security patrols in the Emergency Department lobby and the outside entrance to the Emergency Department, in order to prevent thefts, destruction of property, disorderly conduct, and other adverse incidents on SVH property.
• Performs security related functions, including but not limited to report writing, CCTV monitoring, and patient assists.
• Responds to escalating and combative patient and visitor situations as necessary in the front lobby of the Emergency Department.
• Attends workshops, classes, and seminars to maintain their proficiency and assure a safe environment for patients, visitors, and employees.
• Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health
• Performs other duties as assigned

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed