Security Officer - Full Time - Day- Einstein Philadelphia

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Lieutenant and Sergeant/Shift Supervisor, the Security Officer protects the safety and security of university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors, and Jefferson assets. The officer works at fixed posts or patrols and makes rounds of campus and hospital buildings and grounds, checking for unauthorized persons, security violations, and fire or safety hazards. Officers may be assigned to any post or patrol environment and any shift, and represent the university and hospital by providing directions or information when requested.

This is a highly visible uniform position requiring officers to maintain an excellent appearance and carry required security instruments. The role includes responding to service calls and emergencies, documenting incidents, assisting people on campus, supporting safety teams, and carrying out other security and protection duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Understand the responsibilities and technology associated with the 24-hour Security Response Center (SRC).
• Complete relevant Security Department training modules and maintain required training.
• Be able to run one city block and physically subdue an unruly or violent individual.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions.
• Be able to work all shifts and rotate between shifts as needed.
• Maintain an excellent appearance in this highly visible uniform position and carry all required security instruments.
• Understand how to anticipate, recognize, and effectively address actual or potential conflicts at individual, group, or situational levels, applying this understanding appropriately in diverse situations.
• Understand effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques, and effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs.
• Know how to implement measures necessary to safeguard an organization’s employees and visitors.
• Know how to use required tools, techniques, and technologies to minimize losses due to breaches of physical premises security.
• Understand decision-making issues and be able to analyze situations fully and accurately to reach productive decisions.
• Function effectively with Microsoft desktop applications, including Word and email.
• Obtain Lethal Weapons Certification from the Pennsylvania State Police within 90 days.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree; related advanced training in Criminal Justice is strongly preferred.
• One year of experience in campus or hospital security, law enforcement, or another related Criminal Justice agency is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff in a manner consistent with Jefferson’s values.
• Conduct security patrols at fixed posts or while on patrol, checking for security violations and fire or safety hazards.
• Verify that people on campus are authorized by checking identification badges and escort unauthorized persons off campus as necessary.
• Respond promptly to calls for service, including serious incidents and emergencies; notify a supervisor and use conflict-resolution skills when needed.
• Investigate and document accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain a daily patrol log and submit it to the Sergeant/Shift Supervisor at the end of the tour.
• Provide follow-up information to the Security Investigator and/or Lieutenant as directed.
• Assist employees, students, patients, patients’ families, and visitors during incidents, including providing security escorts upon request.
• Assist with campus parking issues and patrol parking lots and parking-lot equipment.
• Support safety teams, including assisting the Trauma Team with helicopter landings and responding to fire-related emergencies.
• Enforce no-smoking rules inside and outside campus buildings.
• Perform other assigned security, safety, and protection duties, including loss-prevention support such as inspecting deliveries and packages, and assisting with training new security staff.

Benefits

• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
• Supplemental insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Retirement plans
• Tuition assistance
• Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
• Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
• Access to medical insurance, including prescription coverage, for all colleagues, including those working less than part-time

What This Job Offers

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