Security Officer - Methodist Hospital- Full Time Overnight Shift (12hrs) Weekends and Holiday Shifts Required

Jefferson Health Plans • Philadelphia, PA

19h • 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 role performs security duties at fixed posts and on patrols or rounds of campus and hospital buildings and grounds, checking for unauthorized people, security violations, and fire or safety hazards. Officers may be assigned to any post, patrol duty, environment, or shift and represent the university and hospital by providing directions and information when requested.

This is a full-time overnight position with 12-hour shifts; weekend and holiday shifts are required. The position is based at Methodist Hospital in Philadelphia and is a highly visible uniform role. Officers must be able to work rotating shifts and all weather conditions.

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 all required training.
• Be capable of running one city block and physically subduing an unruly or violent individual.
• Be able to work in all weather conditions and all shifts, including rotating between shifts as needed.
• Maintain an excellent appearance in a highly visible uniform position and be equipped with all required security instruments.
• Understand how to anticipate, recognize, and effectively address conflicts at individual, group, or situational levels, including applying that understanding to diverse situations.
• Communicate effectively by transmitting, receiving, and accurately interpreting ideas, information, and needs using appropriate communication behaviors.
• Know and implement measures needed to safeguard an organization's employees and visitors.
• Know and employ tools, techniques, and technologies used to minimize losses from physical-premises security breaches.
• Understand decision-making issues, analyze situations fully and accurately, and 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.
• Meet the physical demands of lifting over 50 pounds, pushing or pulling up to 140 pounds, carrying 80 pounds short distances, and frequently standing, walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing, and reaching overhead.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's 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.
• Perform 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 from campus when necessary.
• Respond promptly to service calls, including priority incidents, problems, and emergencies, and notify the supervisor of conditions.
• Use conflict-resolution skills to help defuse emergency situations when required.
• 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, patient families, and visitors as incidents occur, 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 in campus environments, both inside and outside.
• Perform other assigned security, safety, and protection duties, including inspecting deliveries and packages for loss prevention 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 coverage.
• 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.
• Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to 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