Security Officer II

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital•Memphis, TN

21h•$21 - $35

About The Position

Responsible for uniformed patrols and crime prevention services to protect life and property. Proactively supports and maintains a positive rapport with patients, parents, caregivers, families, staff, and visitors. Enforces St. Jude policies and regulations. Coordinates with Security Management in the preliminary and follow-up investigation of complaints. Reports offenses and disruptions. Provides written incident reports and maintains records. Schedule: 3p-11p with rotating off days Job Responsibilities: Provide institution-wide flawless customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving issues or complaints (e.g., issuance of personnel badges and hangtags). Act as a communication specialist during emergencies (e.g., Fire, Severe Weather, 911 Calls). Coordinate with Security Management in the preliminary and follow-up investigation of complaints. Maintain daily reports & records and provide written incident reports on all activities during their given shift (e.g., offenses, disruptions). Patrol assigned areas on foot or in vehicles assigned to Security and/or Transportation. Conduct security inspection of campus facilities and areas, reporting conditions as necessary. Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic and enforce campus parking regulations as needed. Provide security and transportation services for VIP’s and other dignitaries. Provide escort for money handling facilities. Operate security-related equipment such as computers, radios, electronic access control systems, intercoms, and closed-circuit televisions. Assist with regulatory compliance activity related to performing security services, such as DNV Environment of Care standards. Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution. Maintain regular and predictable attendance. Minimum Education and/or Training: High school diploma/GED required. Minimum Experience: High school diploma/GED with 2+ years of security-related experience (e.g., security program, police organization, military branch, conflict counselling). Experience in data entry and working in emergencies and fast pace, stressful environment. Some experience with computer systems, including Microsoft Office (Word/ Excel, etc.), with some experience maintaining records, preferred. Proven performance in earlier role. Licensure, Registration and/or Certification Required by SJCRH Only: List any licensure or certification REQUIRED and/or PREFERRED by St. Jude to do the job. (DLD-RESIDE) Must have a valid driver’s license from the employee’s state of residence and be insurable by St. Jude's insurance carrier. (LSGO-TN) Must attain Licensed Unarmed Security Officer certification for the State of Tennessee within 60 days of employment. Special Skills, Knowledge and Abilities: Evaluates situations quickly, foresees problems, and selects effective solutions; modifies approach if appropriate. Pilots new approaches with a curious and open mind. Seeks out new improvements and opportunities. Inquires effectively to understand underlying needs/issues and provide relevant responses. Presents technical information/reports simply and concisely. Engages with critical stakeholders to keep them abreast of updates and understand changes in plans, if any. Plans well in advance with awareness of critical milestones/objectives and own scope of delivery. Anticipates potential resource requirements or roadblocks, and identifies alternatives. Thinks through competing priorities and sets realistic targets, builds in reviews, and monitors progress to ensure quality and timeliness. Able to investigate and resolve security incidents under minimal supervision. Maintains up-to-date and accurate records of incidents and problems/issues as needed. Showcases good understanding of security policies, procedures, and applicable laws (e.g., Crime- felony, misdemeanor, federal and state laws). Performs a wide variety of duties in support of security requirements, with minimal supervision. Undergoes and clears necessary background checks and driving skills. Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by Occupational Health, which includes a drug screening; successfully meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work, and officers must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run. Run moderate distances and/or go up and /or down flights of steps; read, interpret, and understand St. Jude Children’s policies and procedures. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Must maintain the ability to move about the workspace to access work surface and shelves, cabinets, drawers, and equipment that are at, below, or above the work surface. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job. Nothing in this job description limits management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time as business needs dictate. This job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions; it does not proscribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. This position may require working outdoors in all weather conditions and withstanding exposure to inclement weather. Must pass a criminal background investigation; have and maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record. The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Compensation In recognition of certain U.S. state and municipal pay transparency laws, St. Jude is including a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This is an estimate offered in good faith and a specific salary offer takes into account factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the salary range and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range is $20.50 - $34.50 per hour for the role of Security Officer II. Explore our exceptional benefits! St. Jude is an Equal Opportunity Employer No Search Firms St. Jude Children's Research Hospital does not accept unsolicited assistance from search firms for employment opportunities. Please do not call or email. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee or other representative at St. Jude via email, the internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place and approved by HR will result in no fee being paid in the event the candidate is hired by St. Jude.

Requirements

High school diploma/GED required.
High school diploma/GED with 2+ years of security-related experience (e.g., security program, police organization, military branch, conflict counselling).
Experience in data entry and working in emergencies and fast pace, stressful environment.
Must have a valid driver’s license from the employee’s state of residence and be insurable by St. Jude's insurance carrier.
Must attain Licensed Unarmed Security Officer certification for the State of Tennessee within 60 days of employment.
Evaluates situations quickly, foresees problems, and selects effective solutions; modifies approach if appropriate.
Pilots new approaches with a curious and open mind. Seeks out new improvements and opportunities.
Inquires effectively to understand underlying needs/issues and provide relevant responses.
Presents technical information/reports simply and concisely.
Engages with critical stakeholders to keep them abreast of updates and understand changes in plans, if any.
Plans well in advance with awareness of critical milestones/objectives and own scope of delivery. Anticipates potential resource requirements or roadblocks, and identifies alternatives.
Thinks through competing priorities and sets realistic targets, builds in reviews, and monitors progress to ensure quality and timeliness.
Able to investigate and resolve security incidents under minimal supervision.
Maintains up-to-date and accurate records of incidents and problems/issues as needed.
Showcases good understanding of security policies, procedures, and applicable laws (e.g., Crime- felony, misdemeanor, federal and state laws).
Performs a wide variety of duties in support of security requirements, with minimal supervision.
Undergoes and clears necessary background checks and driving skills.
Successfully complete a physical/health screening examination by Occupational Health, which includes a drug screening; successfully meet and maintain Campus Safety and Security physical requirements.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Physical demands are in excess of those for sedentary work, and officers must be able to remain on their feet for extended periods of time, as well as stoop, kneel, crouch, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, balance, walk, and run.
Run moderate distances and/or go up and /or down flights of steps; read, interpret, and understand St. Jude Children’s policies and procedures.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Must maintain the ability to move about the workspace to access work surface and shelves, cabinets, drawers, and equipment that are at, below, or above the work surface.
An essential function of the job is to be able to comply with all applicable federal, state, and local safety and health regulations that would apply to this job.
This position may require working outdoors in all weather conditions and withstanding exposure to inclement weather.
Must pass a criminal background investigation; have and maintain a clean motor vehicle driving record.

Nice To Haves

Some experience with computer systems, including Microsoft Office (Word/ Excel, etc.), with some experience maintaining records, preferred.
Proven performance in earlier role.

Responsibilities

Provide institution-wide flawless customer service by responding to inquiries and resolving issues or complaints (e.g., issuance of personnel badges and hangtags).
Act as a communication specialist during emergencies (e.g., Fire, Severe Weather, 911 Calls).
Coordinate with Security Management in the preliminary and follow-up investigation of complaints.
Maintain daily reports & records and provide written incident reports on all activities during their given shift (e.g., offenses, disruptions).
Patrol assigned areas on foot or in vehicles assigned to Security and/or Transportation.
Conduct security inspection of campus facilities and areas, reporting conditions as necessary.
Direct pedestrian and vehicle traffic and enforce campus parking regulations as needed.
Provide security and transportation services for VIP’s and other dignitaries.
Provide escort for money handling facilities.
Operate security-related equipment such as computers, radios, electronic access control systems, intercoms, and closed-circuit televisions.
Assist with regulatory compliance activity related to performing security services, such as DNV Environment of Care standards.
Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
Maintain regular and predictable attendance.