Security Professional - Corporate offices

Allied Universal • Nashville, TN

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a part-time, unarmed Security Professional for a healthcare facility. The role involves interior and/or exterior foot or vehicle patrols, access control, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, report writing, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. Because the assignment is safety-sensitive, candidates must be able to submit to drug screening as permitted by law. A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may also be required for work in the healthcare facility.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver’s license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet any 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.
• 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.
• 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.

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.
• 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

• Patrol hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle and document unusual conditions that may pose security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals as necessary, following 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 fire departments in case of fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn individuals who violate rules, including rules against loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Control access to the property, monitor entrances and exits, and ensure only authorized individuals enter or leave the hospital and that contraband or hospital items are not brought in or out.
• Observe departing personnel to deter theft of company property and ensure authorized property removal follows client requirements.
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities, 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: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED