Security Officer Hospital - All Shifts Open

Allied Universal • North Charleston, SC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional for a hospital assignment. The role involves foot and/or vehicle patrols, monitoring and controlling access to the facility, observing CCTV and alarm systems, documenting activity, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. It is a safety-sensitive position and qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening as permitted by law. Because the assignment is in a healthcare facility, a tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may be required.

The position requires comfort restraining combative individuals when necessary and maintaining taser certification. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available on all shifts. The listed pay rate is $18.00 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current valid driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle; the posting also requires a valid driver's license in accordance with Allied Universal Driver Policy Requirements.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history related to customer service or the protective service industry.
• Must be at least 18 years old, or older if required by the state.
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• Demonstrated 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.
• Must be comfortable restraining combative individuals as necessary, within company and customer guidelines.
• Must be comfortable obtaining and maintaining taser certification.
• Must be willing to receive a tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations if necessary.
• Must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required before employment.

Nice To Haves

• Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement or security, 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 the firefighter field.
• 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

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle and document unusual conditions that may present security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals as necessary, within company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Assist with escorting 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 the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized persons to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits, ensuring only authorized individuals enter and exit and that contraband or hospital items are not brought in or out.
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal complies with client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, and maintain written logs as required.
• Conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols in interior and/or exterior areas.
• Control access and egress, monitor CCTV and alarm systems, compose reports, and deter criminal activity and misconduct.

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.
• Daily and weekly pay, with the employee choosing when to get paid.
• Career progression opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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