Public Safety Dispatcher PRN

Intermountain Health

8d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Dispatcher, under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, provides a safe and secure environment for all persons on premises by providing security related communication, documentation, and security systems monitoring along with security officer dispatch services. Essential Functions Promotes the mission, vision, and values of Intermountain Health, and abides by service behavior standards. Communicates and dispatches Security Officers to needed locations, monitors radio activity, and works with hospital operators to dispatch security personnel to the appropriate locations. Maintains awareness of the environment and observes potential security risks, taking appropriate action to prevent or suppress activity which poses a safety hazard to persons and/or property. Assist patients, guests, and staff by providing general information, access control, and checking badges and passes to prevent unauthorized entry. Also checks packages being brought into or removed from the hospital. Performs public service duties such as escorting patients, guests, or employees; assisting people locked out of vehicles or rooms; opening or locking doors; and providing battery boosts. Patrols parking and campus for safety hazards, prepare reports documenting all parking violations, safety hazards, repair requests, and the like. Monitors security and fire equipment such as alarms, surveillance video, and the like. Acts as a system administrator for the facility access control system, adding, changing, or removing access as needed, and initiating lockdown procedures when required. Maintains knowledge of safety and emergency preparedness plans and response, including performing roof clearance assessments prior to helicopter arrival and assessing hospital rooms for hazards for patients with suicidal or behavioral concerns.

Requirements

Verbal and written communication skills to compose complete, coherent, and concise reports.
Analytical and observational ability to recognize suspicious behavior, criminal activity, and potential safety hazards.
Ability to communicate effectively and diplomatically within a multi-functional team in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
High school diploma or equivalent
Valid MT Driver’s License (or ability to obtain MT DL within 3 months of hire), proof of Insurability
BLS certification (or ability to obtain within 3 months of hire – offered at site)
Montana Security Officer’s License (or ability to obtain within 120 days of hire)
Demonstrated experience with basic computer programs including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Ability to work nights and/or weekends is required for identified positions
Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service-oriented environment.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Regular attendance to perform work on site during regularly scheduled business hours or scheduled shifts is required
Ability to work nights and/or weekends is required for identified positions
Ability to successfully function in a fast paced, service-oriented environment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security administration or related area with participation in security or law enforcement through an internship or volunteer work such as police reserve program
Experience in hospital security dispatch and/or public law enforcement dispatch.

Responsibilities

Communicates and dispatches Security Officers to needed locations, monitors radio activity, and works with hospital operators to dispatch security personnel to the appropriate locations.
Maintains awareness of the environment and observes potential security risks, taking appropriate action to prevent or suppress activity which poses a safety hazard to persons and/or property.
Assist patients, guests, and staff by providing general information, access control, and checking badges and passes to prevent unauthorized entry.
Performs public service duties such as escorting patients, guests, or employees; assisting people locked out of vehicles or rooms; opening or locking doors; and providing battery boosts.
Patrols parking and campus for safety hazards, prepare reports documenting all parking violations, safety hazards, repair requests, and the like.
Monitors security and fire equipment such as alarms, surveillance video, and the like.
Acts as a system administrator for the facility access control system, adding, changing, or removing access as needed, and initiating lockdown procedures when required.
Maintains knowledge of safety and emergency preparedness plans and response, including performing roof clearance assessments prior to helicopter arrival and assessing hospital rooms for hazards for patients with suicidal or behavioral concerns.

Benefits

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.
Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here.
Intermountain Health’s PEAK program supports caregivers in the pursuit of their education goals and career aspirations by providing up-front tuition coverage paid directly to the academic institution.
The program offers 100+ learning options to choose from, including undergraduate studies, high school diplomas, and professional skills and certificates.
Caregivers are eligible to participate in PEAK on day 1 of employment.

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