Security Officer - Healthcare Patrol

Allied Universal • Niceville, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a full-time unarmed Security Professional for a local hospital in Niceville, Florida. The role involves foot and/or vehicle patrols in a healthcare environment, controlling access, monitoring security systems, writing reports, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. The position is 32 hours per week and pays $18.49 per hour. Scheduled shifts are Sunday and Monday from 10 PM to 6 AM, and Friday and Saturday from 2 PM to 10 PM.

Because this is a safety-sensitive position, candidates must be able to submit to drug screening where permitted by law. A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may also be required for work in the healthcare facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history in customer service or the protective service industry.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by state law.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Active listening skills.
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively and identify critical issues quickly and accurately.
• Ability to mediate conflict with tact and diplomacy.
• Ability to write informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Security experience and an active D license.
• Military service in a law-enforcement- or security-related occupational specialty, such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, or combat arms, or a support role in a Combat Zone.
• Graduation from a certified public safety academy, military or civilian, or verified work experience in law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighting.
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice-related studies.
• At least eight years of service in any military branch.
• Associate's degree or 60 credits or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital grounds on foot or by vehicle and document unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation involving patients and restrain combative individuals when necessary, within company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Escort patients from the helicopter pad to the emergency room.
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters.
• Sound alarms or contact police or the fire department in response to fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals about rule infractions, including loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Control entry and exit, verify authorization, and ensure contraband or hospital items are not brought into or removed from the hospital.
• Observe departing personnel to help prevent theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
• Company retirement plans.
• Seven holidays annually paid at time and a half if worked.
• 40 hours of vacation after one year of employment at eligible work assignments; unused vacation is paid out only where required by law.

What This Job Offers

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