Armed Security Officer

St. Elizabeth Healthcare•Edgewood, KY

9d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring an Armed Security Officer to join our Edgewood Security Team. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, on the second shift. The Armed Security Officer is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff, interacting professionally and with an emphasis on customer relations. A working knowledge and understanding of the use of deadly physical force is required. This role involves close collaboration with staff, local law enforcement, and other government agencies. The ideal candidate will demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in all interactions, regardless of cultural background.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required with applicable Criminal Justice experience OR Bachelor’s Degree
Valid driver’s license and must be insurable by the Hospital insurance carrier
Successfully completed an accredited police academy firearms course, or a state approved concealed carry firearms course, or an approved firearms training program, or related military firearms training.
Successfully pass a Psychological Evaluation
Successful completion of weapons retention training
6 months of SEH Security Officer 1 experience OR Current Sworn Law Enforcement Officer OR Honorably discharged member of the Armed Forces

Nice To Haves

Ability to relate to customers, provide clear communications in a courteous, professional manner, and offer appropriate de-escalation techniques in a variety of situations.

Responsibilities

Directs visitors, patients, and employees to appropriate locations and intervenes to prevent and control disturbances.
Protects, secures, and safeguards all persons on SEH property.
Provides way-finding and general assistance for patients and visitors during routine security duties.
Monitors activity via closed-circuit television and alarm systems.
Handles radio and telephone communications effectively.
Completes case reports, maintenance logs, daily data entry, and other necessary documentation professionally.
Reviews roll call, emails, and other pertinent information daily.
Uses photographic documentation to supplement written reports when appropriate.
Successfully completes all mandatory department training.
Completes and maintains all additional trainings associated with firearms.
Performs other duties as assigned.