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

UC Health•Cincinnati, OH

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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. The role patrols and responds to incidents to help maintain a safe and secure environment. Officers are expected to cooperate with coworkers and other employees and to treat patients, visitors, and associates fairly, respectfully, and professionally. The position requires consideration of the diverse needs and characteristics of the populations served by UC Health. The officer must be able to act under stress, work in a variety of weather conditions, and maintain moral standards. The role is based at University of Cincinnati Medical Center, part of UC Health’s Clifton Campus academic health system.

Requirements

At least two years of experience in law enforcement, public safety, security, or military police.
Experience with multiple computer programs, including Microsoft Office.
Ability to act under stress and work in a variety of weather conditions.
Ability to consider the attributes, special needs, and behaviors of diverse populations, including developmental, physical, psychosocial, mental, emotional, social, age-related, religious, language, and communication needs.
Ability to maintain moral standards.
Obtain IAHSS security officer certification within 12 months of employment.

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.

Responsibilities

Patrol property and facilities on foot, by bike, or in a patrol vehicle to help ensure a safe and secure environment.
Respond to alarm activations and radio-dispatched calls.
Investigate and document criminal or unusual activity, crisis incidents, and policy violations, including follow-up when necessary.
Complete incident reports that are clear, concise, accurate, complete, and professional, in accordance with department policy.
Inspect facilities and document potential or actual security, health, and safety hazards; conduct an initial investigation when needed and submit a Plant Operations work request.
Enforce UC Health policies, procedures, and regulations, and assist with enforcement of applicable federal, state, and local laws as indicated in the Ohio Revised Code.
Appear in court and testify in court cases when necessary.
Conduct safety checks throughout facilities and grounds.
Perform monthly checks of fire extinguishers and panic alarm systems.
Maintain knowledge of current trends and developments through relevant reading and participation in seminars, conferences, and in-services.
Perform other duties assigned by department management, including locking and unlocking doors and gates, handling lost and found property, assisting motorists and patients, delivering packages and mail, and ensuring helicopter landing safety.