Security Officer II, Public Safety & Security, Full Time, Third Shift

UC Health • Cincinnati, OH

18d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer II is responsible for protecting UC Health associates, patients, visitors, buildings, grounds, and vehicles, and enforcing rules and regulations across UC Health facilities. Officers patrol and perform safety checks, respond to alarms and dispatched calls, investigate and document incidents and hazards, and support the safe operation of the facilities. They are expected to treat patients, visitors, and associates professionally and fairly, cooperate with colleagues, and maintain appropriate knowledge of developments in the security field. The position requires working under stress and in a variety of weather conditions, while responding appropriately to the diverse needs and characteristics of the populations served.

Requirements

• At least two years of experience in law enforcement, public safety, security, or military police.
• Experience using multiple computer programs, including Microsoft Office.
• Obtain IAHSS security officer certification within 12 months of employment.
• Ability to consider the attributes, special needs, and behaviors of diverse populations, including developmental, physical, psychosocial, mental, emotional, and social needs across all ages and life stages, as well as cultural norms, religious preferences, language, and communication attributes.
• Ability to act under stress, work in a variety of weather conditions, and maintain moral standards.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in criminal justice or security management.
• Graduation from the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) or another state-certified security or police officer training academy.
• Basic police training.
• IAHSS certification; willingness to obtain required certification, license, or graduation within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Patrol property and facilities on foot, by bike, or in a patrol vehicle to help maintain a safe and secure environment; respond to alarm activations and radio-dispatched calls.
• Cooperate with coworkers and other employees, and interact with patients, visitors, and associates in a courteous, respectful, professional, and fair manner.
• Investigate and document reports of criminal or unusual activity, crisis incidents, and policy violations; follow up when necessary and complete clear, concise, accurate, professional incident reports according to department policy.
• Inspect for and document potential and actual security, health, and safety hazards; conduct an initial investigation when needed and submit Plant Operations work requests.
• Enforce UC Health policies, procedures, and regulations, and assist with enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws under the Ohio Revised Code.
• Appear in court and testify in court cases when necessary.
• Perform safety checks throughout facilities and grounds, including monthly inspections of fire extinguishers and panic alarm systems.
• Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments in the field through relevant reading and attendance at seminars, conferences, and in-services.
• Perform additional duties assigned by department management, including locking and unlocking doors and gates, handling lost and found property, assisting motorists and patients (including patient restraints), delivering packages and mail, and ensuring helicopter landing safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed