Armed Security Officer

Saint Elizabeth Medical Center•Williamstown, KY

27d

About The Position

The Armed Security Officer is responsible for providing a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff; and to interact with people, 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. This position works closely with staff, local law enforcement, and other government agencies. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness and empathy in each encounter with all patients, families, visitors and other employees regardless of cultural background.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required with applicable Criminal Justice experience
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 location(s) and intervenes to prevent and control disturbances.
Protecting, securing, and safeguarding all persons on SEH property.
Provide way-finding and general assistance for patients and visitors during the course of routine security duties.
Monitor activity via closed circuit television and monitor the various alarm systems that terminate within security.
Effectively handle radio and telephone communications.
Complete case reports, maintenance logs, the daily data entry and any other necessary documentation in a professional manner.
Review roll call, emails, and other pertinent information on a daily basis.
Ability to use photographic documentation to supplement written reports when appropriate.
Successfully complete all mandatory training required by the department.
Complete and maintain all additional trainings associated with firearms.
Performs other duties as assigned.