SR SECURITY OFFICER, FH - SAFETY & SECURITY

Froedtert • Milwaukee, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer provides security in and around the hospital, facilities, campus, and parking structures, focusing on the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff. The role responds immediately to dispatch calls, serves as a visible deterrent, investigates unusual circumstances, assists with de-escalation, and enforces security requirements. In the absence of other shift leadership, the officer provides oversight and direction for shift operations. Other duties may be assigned.

This is an onsite position at Froedtert Hospital in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The schedule is Shift 2, 1:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with 40 standard hours per week. Weekend and holiday work is required.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of security experience.
• Solid problem-solving skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Proof of training in a Froedtert-approved DAAT (Defense And Arrest Techniques) course within the previous three years, or ability to obtain certification within 120 days of hire; training must include de-escalation.
• Complete National Incident Management System (NIMS) IS-700 and ICS-100 courses within six months of hire.
• Complete the FTO (Field Training Officer) program within 120 days; training or academy may be site-specific.
• Valid Wisconsin driver's license.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for the Healthcare Provider (BLS), or an AHA-approved equivalent, within 90 days of hire.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds and generate push-pull force up to 100 pounds.
• Ability to climb stairs occasionally, walk frequently, and independently get up from and down to the floor.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of security experience.
• Previous experience supervising staff.
• An advanced degree, or 15 or more years of experience in lieu of educational background.

Responsibilities

• Provide security in and around the hospital, facilities, campus, and parking structures.
• Help ensure the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff.
• Respond immediately to dispatch calls and serve as a visible deterrent.
• Investigate unusual circumstances.
• Assist with de-escalation and enforce security requirements.
• Provide oversight and direction for shift operations when other shift leadership is absent.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Paid time off.
• Career pathways and career tuition assistance.
• Continuing education unit opportunities.
• Academic partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin.
• Referral bonuses.
• 403(b) retirement plan.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Short- and long-term disability insurance.
• Free workplace clinics.
• Employee assistance programs.
• Adoption assistance.
• Healthy Contributions.
• Care@Work.
• Moving assistance.
• Discounts on gym memberships, travel, and other work-life benefits. Eligibility may depend on role.

What This Job Offers

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