Officer Security | Full-Time | 6:00AM -2:30PM

UF Health•Jacksonville, FL

About The Position

The Security Officer enforces security procedures, provides assistance and direction, and follows up on security services using tact, diplomacy, and concern for customers and staff. The role is accountable for service excellence for internal and external customers and staff. The officer patrols assigned buildings and grounds to maintain order and safe working conditions.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to reason and make decisions independently without direct supervision under a variety of conditions.
Maintain a visually attractive appearance in personal hygiene and uniform.
Take initiative to assist visitors, patients, and others with genuine interest in their needs.
Present a positive attitude when performing assignments and providing assistance.
Use a considerate and comforting tone when assisting distraught customers, visitors, and patients.
Ability to diffuse and control situations involving anger, confusion, and threatening conditions.
Ability to remain calm and in control during verbal and physical threats from customers and others.
Present a professional and helpful attitude while on the telephone.
Valid Florida or Georgia driver's license with a clean record, or violations not exceeding the maximum points provided in hospital policy.
1–2 years of security, law enforcement, or military experience.

Nice To Haves

AA/AS degree or college courses in criminal justice, law enforcement, or a related field.
Three to five years of security experience in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities

Enforce security procedures while using tact, diplomacy, and concern for customers and staff.
Provide assistance and direction and follow up on security services.
Ensure service excellence for internal and external customers and staff.
Patrol assigned buildings and grounds to maintain order and safe working conditions.