The Security Officer provides direct security and related public services in a healthcare setting. The role helps maintain the security and safety of the hospital, its staff, patients, and visitors, serves as a visible deterrent to illegal activity on hospital property, and supervises at-risk patients in the hospital environment. The position requires alertness and the ability to perform under pressure in work environments that may be fast-paced and stressful or quiet and slow-paced. Work hours vary by assignment, client schedules, project deadlines, and business needs; workweeks may exceed 40 hours and may include any day of the week. A pre-employment background check and drug screen are required after a conditional offer. The position requires a completed high school diploma or GED, a California Guard Card and 40 hours of BSIS certificates, and the ability to obtain and maintain applicable licenses or certifications. Physical demands include variable periods of sitting, standing, and walking; handling objects, tools, or controls; reaching; climbing stairs; occasional stooping, kneeling, or crouching; and occasionally lifting or moving objects weighing 25 pounds or more. The requirements also describe moving or lifting objects up to 80 pounds and helping restrain or lift a person. Strong vision abilities and frequent mental concentration, analysis, and formulation are required.
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Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED