Security Officer - Full Time - Day- Einstein Philadelphia

Thomas Jefferson University • Philadelphia, PA

1d • 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 officer performs duties at fixed posts or on patrol and rounds throughout campus and hospital buildings and grounds, checking for unauthorized persons, security violations, and fire or safety hazards. Officers may be assigned to any post, patrol duty, environment, or shift and provide directions or information to visitors when requested.

This is a highly visible uniform position. The officer responds to service calls and emergencies, investigates and documents incidents, maintains patrol logs, assists employees and visitors, and supports safety and loss-prevention activities. The role requires the ability to work in all weather conditions and to rotate between shifts as needed.

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 work all shifts, rotating between shifts as needed.
• Maintain an excellent appearance and be equipped with all required security instruments.
• Understand how to anticipate, recognize, and effectively address existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation level, including in diverse situations.
• Communicate effectively by transmitting, receiving, and accurately interpreting ideas, information, and needs.
• Know and implement measures to safeguard employees and visitors.
• Know and employ tools, techniques, and technologies to minimize losses from physical-premises security breaches.
• 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 stated physical demands: lift over 50 pounds, push or pull up to 140 pounds, carry 80 pounds short distances, and frequently stand, walk, squat, kneel, crawl, climb, and reach overhead.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree.
• Related advanced training in Criminal Justice.
• One year of experience in campus or hospital security, law enforcement, or another related Criminal Justice agency.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols at fixed posts or while patrolling campus and hospital buildings, grounds, and parking areas.
• Check for unauthorized persons, general security violations, and fire or safety hazards.
• Verify campus or hospital visitors’ authorization by checking identification badges and escort unauthorized persons from campus when necessary.
• Respond promptly to service calls, priority incidents, problems, and emergencies; 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 during tours 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, 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 fire-related emergencies.
• Enforce no-smoking rules inside and outside on campus.
• Support loss prevention, including inspecting deliveries and packages, and assist with training new security staff as directed.
• Perform other related security, safety, and protection duties as assigned.
• Interact with co-workers, visitors, and other staff in a manner consistent with Jefferson’s values.

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