Security Officer - Full Time - Evenings-Einstein Philadelphia

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

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About The Position

Provides maximum protection for the safety and security of university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors and Jefferson assets. Performs security duties either at a fixed post, or on patrol or while making rounds of buildings and grounds. Responses to calls for service. Checks for unauthorized persons, general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Capable of being assigned to any fixed post or patrol duties in any environment, and on any shift. Assists patients/visitors/students by giving directions or information when requested. Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson. Performs security patrols at either fixed post or on patrol, including general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Verifies the appropriateness of persons on property by checking identification badges and escorting all unauthorized persons from campus as necessary. Responds promptly to calls for service, including priority or serious incidents, problems or emergencies. Notifies supervisor (Sergeant or Lieutenant) of conditions. May be required to diffuse emergency situations with conflict resolution skills. Investigates and documents reports on accidents, incidents or suspicious activities. Maintains daily patrol log during tours. Submits completed log to Sergeant/Shift Supervisor upon completion of tour. Provides follow-up information to Security Investigator and/or Lieutenant as directed. Provides assistance to employees, students, patients, patient family and visitors as incidents occur, including security escorts upon request. Assist with campus parking issues; patrol parking lots and parking lot equipment. Supports safety teams, including assisting the Trauma Team with the landing of helicopters and with fire-related emergencies. Enforces all No Smoking environments both inside and outside on the campus. Performs other related security, safety and protection duties as assigned, including but not limited to the support loss prevention (i.e. inspecting deliveries and packages) and assisting with the training of new security staff as directed.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior security, police or military experience preferred.
• Experience in campus/hospital security or law enforcement preferred.
• Valid ACT 235 Certification required within 90 days of hire (PA only).
• Valid driver's license required for certain locations.
• Ability to understand responsibilities and technology associated with the 24-hour Security Response Center.
• Ability to function effectively with Microsoft desktop applications.

Responsibilities

• Perform security duties at fixed posts or on patrol.
• Respond to calls for service and check for unauthorized persons.
• Investigate and document reports on accidents and suspicious activities.
• Maintain daily patrol log and submit to supervisor.
• Provide assistance to employees, students, and visitors.
• Assist with campus parking issues and patrol parking lots.
• Support safety teams during emergencies.
• Enforce no smoking policies on campus.
• Assist with training of new security staff.

Benefits

• Medical (including prescription) insurance.
• Supplemental insurance.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Retirement plans.
• Tuition assistance.
• Access to group rates on insurance and discounts.
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees