Armed Security Officer

SEH Saint Elizabeth Medical Center•Edgewood, KY

7d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring an Armed Security Officer to join our Edgewood Security Team. This position is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff, with an emphasis on professional service and customer relations. The Armed Security 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 role requires demonstrating respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in every interaction.

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

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.
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.
Reviews roll call, emails, and other pertinent information daily.
Uses photographic documentation to supplement written reports when appropriate.
Successfully completes all mandatory departmental training, including firearms training.
Performs other duties as assigned.