Safety and Security Officer

Medical University of South Carolina•Lancaster, CA

20h

About The Position

The Safety and Security Officer conducts routine patrols in and around divisional buildings, giving particular attention to locations and rechecking them as needed. The officer checks for unsafe conditions, fire hazards, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual occurrences, and makes rounds of the assigned area at least three times during each shift. The role includes documenting issues and operational duties in written reports and logs. The officer promptly responds to emergencies and interacts with care team members, patients, and visitors. They monitor alarm activations and video camera systems for current safety and security concerns and investigate past incidents, submitting complete reports and recommendations to supervision. A courteous manner and the ability to verbally de-escalate situations are required; physical management may be necessary when circumstances dictate. The position works three 12-hour shifts per week. Overtime may be required. Candidates must pass a complete background check, including a criminal background check.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to communicate tactfully with the general public and specialty patients, including patients with behavioral health concerns or altered mental status who may pose a risk to themselves or others.
Knowledge of security methods for buildings and grounds, including the ability to de-escalate situations.
Ability to engage in physical confrontations with suspected offenders and handle situations as they arise.
Current and valid driver’s license.
Minimal computer literacy.
Ability to work overtime as required.
Ability to pass a complete background check, including a criminal background check.

Responsibilities

Conduct routine patrols in and around divisional buildings, paying particular attention to and rechecking locations.
Check buildings and grounds for unsafe conditions, fire hazards, prowlers, vandalism, and other unusual occurrences.
Make rounds of the assigned area at least three times during each shift.
Prepare written reports and logs of issues found and operational duties.
Respond promptly to emergencies and interact with care team members, patients, and visitors.
Monitor alarm activations and video camera systems for current safety and security issues and investigate past incidents.
Send complete incident reports and recommendations to supervision.
Verbally de-escalate situations and use physical management when circumstances dictate.