Security Officer I

Mount Nittany Health•State College, PA

10d

About The Position

Performs duties to provide a secure and safe environment for patients, staff, equipment, and facilities across the Mount Nittany Health System. The role receives general supervision from supervisors and has no supervisory responsibilities. Duties may be performed at Mount Nittany Medical Center and Mount Nittany Physician Group.

Requirements

High school education or equivalent.
Three years of experience in law enforcement, hospital security, corrections, the military, or state parole.
Ability to communicate calmly and clearly in stressful situations and work with all departments in the health system.
Ability to interact positively with patients, visitors, outside agencies, and external law enforcement agencies in a professional manner.
Basic understanding of the Bill of Rights and U.S. Constitution as they relate to the function of a Mount Nittany Health Police Officer.
Physical stamina and condition sufficient to perform job duties, including foot patrols and extended periods on one's feet.
Ability to control evidence in Mount Nittany Health-initiated criminal investigations and transport people subjected to criminal arrest and subsequent prosecution.
Ability to maintain and develop skills needed to perform duties required by the judicial system, including proceedings in Centre County District Magistrates, Court of Common Pleas, and Federal District Court.
Ability to work within a ranked-based department structure and exercise critical decision-making skills.
Demonstrate and maintain standards set by the Commonwealth and Manager Security for continuing education in the Pennsylvania Crimes Code, Pennsylvania Vehicle Code, and Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure.
Valid driver's license.
IAHSS Healthcare Security Officer certification required within 90 days of hire or transfer.
Taser certification required within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Documented attendance at OC (Oleoresin Capsicum Spray) training required within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Meet the American Heart Association's standards for Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS) and renew BLS every two years.
Proof of successful completion of a “Stop the Bleed” course.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned duties in accordance with the Security Safety Manual, follow written procedures, and suggest manual revisions when necessary.
Patrol the campus and surrounding areas on foot or in vehicles; observe suspicious vehicles and individuals; conduct building checks; and assist with pedestrian and traffic management at special events.
Enforce the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code and campus motor-vehicle regulations.
Answer questions and provide information to visitors and staff; provide escort services to patients, staff, and visitors as needed.
Control evidence related to Mount Nittany Health-initiated criminal investigations and conduct searches in accordance with department policy, maintaining appropriate paperwork and property.
Attend and testify professionally in court proceedings related to current or past incidents, and assist Children and Youth Services with investigations on Mount Nittany property.
Respond to emergencies and assist with duties under the Fire Plan and Disaster Plan; assist with developing and implementing Security and Life Safety Management Plans.
Assist clinical staff with the care and safety of uncooperative patients, staff, or visitors, responding professionally and following facility standards, age-specific guidelines, and competencies.
Advise employees, visitors, and patients about visitor, smoking, parking, and elevator-use policies; issue parking tickets according to policy and refer other policy violations to a supervisor.
Initiate and investigate reports of incidents, including theft, suspicious activity, vandalism, personnel safety, and patient-related issues; complete electronic event reports and document daily events using department reporting software.
Attempt to start disabled vehicles and unlock cars when requested.
Conduct foot patrols during 8-, 10-, or 12-hour shifts and remain on foot for extended periods.
Take custody of and secure patient valuables for storage, and securely transport patient narcotics to the pharmacy.
Lock and unlock doors according to schedules or requests and use access-control software.
Operate Medical Center vehicles safely and courteously in compliance with the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code.
Follow department-specific policies and procedures and participate in unit-sponsored hands-on training.
Provide training and education to Medical Center and Physician Group offices on topics including emergency evacuation plans, emergency preparedness, active-threat training, personal safety, and situational awareness.
Perform related and miscellaneous duties as assigned.