Armed Security Officer - STLCTY
About The Position
The Armed Security Officer provides continuous patrols of the Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and Washington University Medical Campus in St. Louis City. The officer is attentive to the safety and welfare of visitors, patients, volunteers, staff, employees, and hospital property, and interacts with city residents and visitors and communicates with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department. Employees must be at least 21 years old. Required certifications must be obtained and maintained within 12 months of hire: ASP Baton or Taser, CPR/AED, CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Pressure Point Control Techniques, and an Armed Security Officer’s License. This is a safety-sensitive position requiring the ability to remain alert and work safely. Available schedules are evenings, 1:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., or nights, 9:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.; employees must be available to work every other weekend.
Requirements
- Must be at least 21 years old.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver’s license.
- Ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner.
- Must obtain and maintain required certifications within 12 months of hire: ASP Baton or Taser, CPR/AED, CPI Non-Violent Crisis Intervention, Pressure Point Control Techniques, and Armed Security Officer’s License.
- Must be available to work every other weekend.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree.
- Less than two years of experience.
- ASP Baton Certification.
- CPR/AED Instructor Certification.
- Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification.
- PPCT certification.
- Armed Security Officer’s License.
- Military experience is welcomed.
Responsibilities
- Respond to emergency and non-emergency situations on the Barnes Jewish Hospital, St. Louis Children’s Hospital, and Washington University Medical Campus according to established department protocols.
- Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities and informing violators of policies and procedures.
- Mitigate crisis situations, including disturbances, fires, and crimes against persons or property; comply with legal requirements and interact with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department as necessary.
- Complete reports documenting observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interview witnesses and obtain signatures.
- Secure premises and personnel by monitoring surveillance equipment, inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points, and controlling entry through continuous patrols.
Benefits
- Paid time off combining vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
- Tuition assistance available on the first day.
- 401(k) plan with BJC match.
- Annual 4% BJC automatic retirement contribution.
- Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available on the first day of the month after hire.
- Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
- Adoption assistance.
- BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
- Shift differential pay for evenings, midnights, and weekends.
- Paid professional academy-style training.
- Opportunities for advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
