SECURITY OFFICER

Orthopaedic Hospital•Los Angeles, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Facilities Manager and Security Supervisor, the Security Officer is responsible for providing a work atmosphere that is conducive to protecting the staff and facility from theft and vandalism. The Security Officer will patrol premises, oversee a fixed post, and perform other activities to ensure compliance with OIC’s security policy and procedures.

Requirements

High School graduate or G.E.D required.
Security Guard Card.
Valid California Driver’s License.
Two to five (2-5) years of related experience required.
Must undergo and meet company standards for background verification, reference checks and pre-employment physical in addition to any mandatory licensing requirements.
Good grooming and character; good physical and mental health, courteous.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in security or law enforcement field is desirable.

Responsibilities

Provides post coverage, patrols areas on foot, checking for fires, vandalism, suspicious activity or persons or safety/fire hazards.
Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrence.
Responds to facility emergencies and incidents, as needed or when directed.
Checks doors and windows throughout facility to assure they are tightly closed and locked after cleaning crew has left the premises, notes in written log any unlocked doors/windows submit information to Facility Manager.
Assures that all emergency exit doors are active and in working order.
Interprets applicable policies and procedures based on existing circumstances.
Locks all buildings (Outpatient Medical Center and Lowman Building) loading dock, pedestrian gate for access to the facility after hours.
Locks the Playground and adjoining restrooms.
Uses Security Cell phone to stay in touch with follow officers and other security personnel.
Controls traffic daily if necessary and during events.
Performs any necessary block offs of the campus as needed.
Escorts individuals to specified locations and to provide personal protection upon request.
Upon request, responsible for patient transports.
May be exposed to or required to handle sensitive and confidential information.
May be required to work overtime without advance notice.
May be exposed to stressful situations, such as challenging individuals who are in or approaching an unauthorized area.
Performs other duties or tasks as assigned.