Unarmed Security Guard Professional

Allied Universal • Columbus, GA

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring an unarmed Security Professional to work in a hospital environment. The role involves foot and/or vehicle patrols, controlling access and egress, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, preparing reports, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. Because this is a safety-sensitive assignment, candidates must be able to submit to drug screening where permitted by law. The healthcare facility may also require a tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable state or local licensing requirements, which may be required before employment.
• At least two years of verifiable employment history related to customer service or the protective service industry.
• At least 18 years of age, or older if required by the state.
• Ability to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors.
• 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 clearly, informatively, and accurately.
• Attention to detail.
• Ability to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law.
• A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may be required for the healthcare facility assignment.

Nice To Haves

• Military service in an 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 firefighting.
• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement, criminal justice, or related studies.
• Eight or more years of service in any military branch.
• Associate’s degree or 60 credits or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice, together with current or prior active military service.
• Customer service or protective service experience in security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections.

Responsibilities

• Patrol 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 when necessary, in accordance with company and customer guidelines.
• Transport patients to the morgue as needed.
• Help escort 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 individuals about rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Authorize entry to the property, monitor entrances and exits, and help ensure only authorized individuals enter or leave the hospital and that contraband or hospital items are not brought in or removed.
• Observe departing personnel to help prevent theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; prepare reports and maintain written logs as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, 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.

What This Job Offers

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