Security and Safety Officer

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only) Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000 Career Training and Educational Opportunities Merchant Discounts Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Requirements

High school diploma / GED
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment
Resume

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Education, General Education, Management, Technical, Communication, Finance, Business

Responsibilities

Customer service
Service recovery
Security screening
Weapon detection
Video surveillance systems monitoring
Maintaining standards in accordance with all regulatory agencies
Monitor for any safety issues while on foot patrol
Responding to alarms
Assisting visitors and patients with guidance and requests
Assist Safety and Security Ambassadors' assignments as needed or assigned
Perform safety screenings at the metal detector in the ED and weapon detection systems at various locations at entrances of UAMS
Help with the effort to assure proper and efficient flow of visitors, patients and staff while monitoring the weapon detection equipment and persons entering UAMS at areas monitored by the weapon detection systems
Patrols on foot inside buildings while performing property checks on secure and high-risk areas of UAMS and having a visual presence of a security team throughout the facility, helping create a safer environment for staff, patients, and visitors
Assist with monitoring camera systems for safety and security concerns and reporting any suspicious activity to the UAMS Police Department
Fills in at the Information Desk in the main hospital during evening hours
Upon request, escorts employees and members of the campus population to their desired location
Escorts patients from the Outpatient Clinics (OPC) holding area to appointments
Responds to alarms as needed
Unlock buildings and offices as requested
Rotate areas of responsibility throughout each shift or as needed with other team members
Assist Safety and Security Ambassadors with assignments as needed or assigned
Crosstrain to work in all positions assigned
Perform other duties as assigned