Security Officer, 3rd shift, Per Diem

Virtua Health

4d•$19 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer safeguards, patrols, and monitors buildings, grounds, and property to protect people and property and prevent theft, fire, vandalism, and unauthorized entry while following and enforcing Virtua policies and procedures. The role also provides helpful, courteous service to visitors, patients, vendors, and staff; performs weapon screening at public entrances; gives information and directions; responds to emergencies; escalates situations to law enforcement when needed; and monitors alarms and security cameras. The position is based on-site at Virtua Lourdes Health System at 1600 Haddon Ave. It is a per-diem, part-time, third-shift employee role.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver's license.
At least 21 years of age and able to meet insurance requirements.
Ability to remain levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations.
Proficient written and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Two years of security experience preferred.
NJ Security Officers Registration Act (SORA) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform assigned security posts and duties, including walking and mobile security and safety rounds, stationary posts, traffic control, and special assignments.
Monitor doors, surveillance cameras, and alarms as assigned.
Use Health System technology and systems for visitor control and data entry; conduct weapon screening with handheld wands and the EVOLV system; complete investigations, incident reports, and shift logs; manage access control; and support infant protection and security of sensitive areas.
Communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, with division team members, the officer-in-charge, the immediate supervisor, the Nursing Supervisor, Health System security teams, and law enforcement agencies.
Provide directions and, when appropriate, escort visitors, vendors, patients, and staff to locations within and outside facilities and in parking lots.
Verify staff wear ID badges and ensure visitors, vendors, contractors, and other members of the public obtain appropriate ID bands, passes, and badges; fabricate ID badges.
Respond to major and minor maintenance issues and communicate with appropriate leadership to resolve them.
Respond to emergency situations, including CODE Security and CODE RED alerts, and serve as a first-level operations responder.
Recognize and respond to hazardous or chemical substance spills, assisting with specialized equipment as required.