Security Professional - Hospital

Allied Universal • Brevard, NC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed for a hospital in Brevard, North Carolina. The role involves unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrols inside and outside the hospital, controlling access and egress, monitoring CCTV and alarm systems, preparing reports, and deterring criminal activity and misconduct. Because this is a safety-sensitive position, candidates must submit to drug screening to the extent permitted by law. A tuberculosis test and certain vaccinations may also be required for work in the healthcare facility. The stated pay rate is $17.85 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle.
• Meet applicable state and 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 informatively, clearly, and accurately.
• Attention to detail.

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 or criminal justice-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

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in a vehicle and document unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalating situations involving patients and restrain combative individuals when 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 call police or the fire department in the event of a fire or unauthorized persons.
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
• Permit authorized people to enter the property and monitor entrances and exits, ensuring only authorized individuals enter or leave 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.
• Daily Pay tool that lets employees choose when they get paid.
• Career progression opportunities.

What This Job Offers

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