Security Officer I FT Afternoons

Trane Technologies•Detroit, MI

11h

About The Position

Under general supervision and according to established policies and procedures, the Security Officer I protects the hospital, patients, visitors, employees, and their property. The position maintains a visible security presence, patrols assigned areas, monitors for potential risks, and takes appropriate action to prevent or address criminal activity and safety hazards. The officer provides information and public services, controls access to hospital areas, investigates security-related concerns, documents significant events, and responds to emergency codes. The role also includes monitoring security and fire equipment, supporting patient care activities as needed, and participating in relevant education and training.

Requirements

Meet one of the following education and experience combinations: high school diploma or equivalent and four years of experience in security, public law enforcement, or military police; at least two years of college coursework in criminal justice, security administration, or a related program and three years of relevant experience; completion of the State of Michigan MCOLES-certified police academy and three years of relevant experience; or a bachelor's degree in criminal justice, security administration, or a related area with participation in security or law enforcement through an internship or volunteer work such as a police reserve program.
Hold a valid State of Michigan driver's license.
Be eligible for coverage as a driver of DMC vehicles by DMC's insurance carrier.

Responsibilities

Maintain a visible security presence and patrol assigned areas to identify risks and prevent or suppress criminal activity or safety hazards.
Assist patients, guests, and staff by providing general information.
Control access by checking badges, passes, and identification, and inspect packages entering or leaving hospital buildings and grounds.
Provide public services such as escorting patients, guests, or employees; assisting people locked out of vehicles or rooms; opening or locking doors; and providing battery boosts.
Assist with patient restraints and lifting as needed.
Investigate complaints and incidents involving parking, safety, security, disorderly or suspicious persons, and related matters.
Prepare reports documenting significant events, investigations, crimes, lost or found property, safety hazards, and repair requests.
Patrol parking lots and decks as needed, enforce parking regulations, observe hazardous conditions, and direct traffic on hospital premises when required.
Monitor security and fire equipment, including alarms, cameras, and control gates.
Answer telephones and provide information to the public and hospital staff.
Pursue additional education and training in criminal law, first aid, defensive tactics, and other security-related topics.
Assist in releasing bodies from the morgue.
Respond to emergency codes in accordance with hospital and Security Department policies.
Demonstrate DMC values through commitment to quality, community welfare, respect and involvement, teamwork, open and effective communication, innovation and education, and efficient and effective resource use.