Patrol Officer

Deborah Heart and Lung Center • Pemberton Township, NJ

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About The Position

The Patrol Officer carries out duties as directed by the Director of Security or another senior supervisor. The role is responsible for enforcing hospital rules, regulations, and policies that affect the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, and property. The officer is expected to maintain confidentiality, provide exceptional customer service, communicate effectively, and represent the Security Department positively when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.

The position is scheduled for 80 hours per pay period. The listed overnight schedule is Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, and Saturday from 10:45 p.m. to 7:15 a.m.; Wednesday and Thursday are off. The minimum starting rate is $17.33. The employer states that base rate may depend on factors such as relevant recent experience, education, credentials, and internal equity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Valid New Jersey driver's license.
• Observation and memory-recall skills.
• Computer skills, including keyboard use for data entry and familiarity with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong telephone and organizational skills.
• A strong degree of confidentiality due to the nature of some departmental business.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Good public relations skills when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.

Nice To Haves

• One to two years of experience preferred.
• New Jersey SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out duties as directed by the Director of Security or another senior supervisor.
• Enforce hospital rules, regulations, and policies related to the safety and security of patients, visitors, staff, and property.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding departmental business.
• Display exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Present a positive image of the Security Department.
• Maintain good public relations when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.

Benefits

• Healthcare coverage for team members in regularly budgeted positions of at least 30 hours per week.
• Generous paid time off.
• 401(k) matching contribution.
• Tuition assistance.
• Short- and long-term disability benefits.
• Life insurance.
• Meal discount.
• Dependent care subsidy.
• Adoption assistance.
• Free parking.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED