Security Officer

University of Arkansas•Little Rock, AR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans. UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only).

Requirements

High school diploma / GED.
Proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
Constant Physical Activity: Hearing
Frequent Physical Activity: Feeling, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking
Occasional Physical Activity: Crawling, Crouching, Kneeling, Reaching, Stooping

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in hospitality, Education, General Education, Management, Technical, Communication, Finance, Business.

Responsibilities

Performs safety screenings at the metal detector in the ED and weapon detection systems at various locations at entrances of UAMS.
Safety and Security Officers will help with the effort to assure proper and efficient flow of visitors, patients and staff while monitoring the weapon detection equipment and persons entering UAMS at areas monitored by the weapon detection systems.
Patrols on foot inside buildings while performing property checks on secure and high-risk areas of UAMS and having a visual presence of a security team throughout the facility, helping create a safer environment for staff, patients, and visitors.
Assist with monitoring camera systems for safety and security concerns and reporting any suspicious activity to the UAMS Police Department.
Fills in at the Information Desk in the main hospital during evening hours.
Upon request, escorts employees and members of the campus population to their desired location.
Escorts patients from the Outpatient Clinics (OPC) holding area to appointments.
Responds to alarms as needed.
Unlock buildings and offices as requested.
Rotate areas of responsibility throughout each shift or as needed with other team members.
Assist Safety and Security Ambassadors with assignments as needed or assigned.
Crosstrain to work in all positions assigned.
Perform other duties as assigned.