Armed Security Officer

SEH Saint Elizabeth Medical Center•Fort Thomas, KY

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About The Position

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring an Armed Security Officer for its Ft. Thomas Security Team. The role provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff while emphasizing professional service and customer relations. The officer should have a working knowledge and understanding of the use of deadly physical force and works closely with staff, local law enforcement, and other government agencies. The position requires treating patients, families, visitors, and employees with respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy, regardless of cultural background. This is a full-time, regular position scheduled for 40 hours on third shift. The officer patrols SEH property, helps direct people, prevents and controls disturbances, provides way-finding and general assistance, and uses clear communication and de-escalation techniques. Duties also include monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, handling radio and telephone communications, completing reports and logs, reviewing daily information, and completing required department and firearms training.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED with applicable Criminal Justice experience, or a bachelor's degree.
Valid driver's license and ability to be insured by the hospital's insurance carrier.
Successful completion of an accredited police academy firearms course, a state-approved concealed carry firearms course, an approved firearms training program, or related military firearms training.
Successful completion of a psychological evaluation.
Successful completion of weapons retention training.
Six months of SEH Security Officer 1 experience, or current sworn law enforcement officer status, or honorable discharge from the Armed Forces.

Responsibilities

Patrol SEH property and protect, secure, and safeguard people on the property.
Direct visitors, patients, and employees to appropriate locations and intervene to prevent and control disturbances.
Provide way-finding and general assistance to patients and visitors during routine security duties.
Communicate courteously and professionally, relate effectively to customers, and use appropriate de-escalation techniques.
Monitor activity via closed-circuit television and monitor alarm systems that terminate within security.
Handle radio and telephone communications effectively.
Complete case reports, maintenance logs, daily data entry, and other necessary documentation professionally.
Use photographic documentation to supplement written reports when appropriate.
Review roll call, emails, and other pertinent information daily.
Successfully complete all mandatory department training and complete and maintain additional firearms training.
Perform other duties as assigned.