Security Officer - East Madison Hospital

University of Wisconsin Hospitals and Clinics Authority • Madison, WI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Play a critical role in keeping patients, visitors and staff safe at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin. We are seeking a Security Officer to: Patrol hospital grounds assisting visitors with directions and acting as the first responder to emergencies and disturbances. Interact with law enforcement, patients, visitors and staff regarding any security or safety issues. Properly document daily activities and write detailed and at times lengthy incident reports using computer software programs. Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• 1 year relevant experience or appropriate preferred education requirements.
• Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, or law enforcement.
• Valid driver’s license in the person’s state of residence.
• Must be 21 years of age or have three (3) years of driving experience to operate a Patient/Visitor Vehicle or UW Health Vehicle other than a golf cart or utility terrain vehicle.
• IAHSS Basic Certification within 6 months

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree or progress towards a degree in criminal justice field or a Bachelor’s Degree in any other field of study.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital grounds assisting visitors with directions and acting as the first responder to emergencies and disturbances.
• Interact with law enforcement, patients, visitors and staff regarding any security or safety issues.
• Properly document daily activities and write detailed and at times lengthy incident reports using computer software programs.
• Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems.

Benefits

• health and dental insurance
• paid time off
• retirement plans
• Full time benefits for part time work (for positions 60% FTE and higher).
• Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED