Security Officer I - Days, Hours varies, Atlantic Health Morristown Medical Center, NJ

Atlantic Health System•Morristown, NJ

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Atlantic Health System is seeking a Security Officer for the Security Department at Morristown Medical Center. Atlantic Health's promise to its communities is to provide the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost, a commitment extended to its more than 22,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, Atlantic Health is one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation, with numerous facilities and sites of care including Morristown Medical Center, Overlook Medical Center, Newton Medical Center, Chilton Medical Center, Hackettstown Medical Center, Goryeb Children's Hospital, CentraState Healthcare System, Atlantic Medical Group, Atlantic Visiting Nurse, Atlantic Mobile Health, and Atlantic Rehabilitation. The system also has over 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Health has received multiple awards and recognitions, including being chosen for 17 years by Fortune as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For," named by Newsweek as one of the “World’s Best Hospitals” and “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Inclusion & Diversity 2025,” and ranked among the top hospitals in New Jersey by U.S. News & World Report. Morristown Medical Center specifically is a nationally-recognized leader in cardiology and heart surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, geriatrics, gastroenterology and GI surgery, pulmonology and lung surgery, and urology. It is a Magnet Hospital for Excellence in Nursing Service and a Level I Regional Trauma Center. The AHS Protection and Security Services (PSS) team provides 24/7 security coverage at medical centers (CMC, HMC, MMC, NMC, OMC, and Union ED) and is responsible for ensuring the safety of all patients, team members, and visitors. Uniformed PSS officers are assigned posts and routinely patrol facilities and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry. They visually examine doors, windows, and gates for security. Each PSS team member is highly trained to maintain a calming atmosphere while also being able to deescalate high-emotion situations. Officers are specially trained in response control tactics and techniques and respond to workplace violence and fire safety occurrences. The PSS team leads first response to significant events such as Code Lockdown & Active Shooter, Abducted Child, Building Evacuation, and Bomb Threats. They control card access privileges, confront unauthorized persons, and contact local law enforcement when necessary. Additionally, PSS has an Investigations Office for follow-up investigations (e.g., Suspicion of Drug Diversion, Allegations of Assault, Domestic Violence, Workplace Violence) and an Emergency Management Office for oversight, coordination, and implementation of system-wide emergency management standards.

Requirements

Able to lift at least 50 lbs.
Able to stand for at least 4 hours at a time
Able to attend mandatory training sessions
Proficiency with computers
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work with the department's computer system
Able to pass an N95 Fit Test
Able to wear an N95 or surgical mask for short and extended periods of time
Able to pass an AHS approved physical control tactics course

Responsibilities

Work first, second, and third shifts, weekends, Holidays, and overtime as required
Be available for call back and re-call as required
Flex schedule to accommodate organizational staffing needs, including shifts of varying durations (8 or 12 hours)
Engage with patients, visitors, and staff
Conduct safety tours of the facility and grounds
Respond to emergencies
Conduct investigations and gather information
Complete electronic reports
De-escalate violent or threatening individuals
Routinely patrol facilities and grounds to prevent fire, theft, vandalism, and unauthorized entry
Visually examine doors, windows, and gates to ensure they remain intact and secure
Maintain an atmosphere that is calming to patients and welcoming to their families
Respond to occurrences of workplace violence and fire safety
Lead first response to significant events such as Code Lockdown & Active Shooter, Abducted Child, Building Evacuation, and Bomb Threats
Control card access privileges at medical centers
Confront all unauthorized persons and, when necessary, contact local law enforcement for assistance

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
Life & AD&D Insurance
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
PTO & Paid Sick Leave
Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
Backup and On-Site Childcare
Well-Being Rewards
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance