Security Specialist

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center•Cheyenne, WY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Specialist analyzes, implements, and coordinates security reporting, badging, and monitoring activities. This role involves creating and managing security patrol schedules, overseeing Security systems, and conducting reviews of reports and situations to identify potential negative impacts.

Requirements

Three (3) or more years of healthcare security experience or other related security field
Two (2) or more years of law enforcement experience
Valid USA driver’s license
Must have clean driving record that follows Cheyenne Regional Medical Center’s driving guidelines
Completion of Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) training within sixty (60) days of start date
Current Basic Level Certification (CHSO) from the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within six (6) months of start date
Current Advanced Level Certification (CAHSO) from the International Associated for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within eighteen (18) months of start date

Nice To Haves

Public speaking skills to participate in and/or lead a committee meeting
Ability to document security program and periodic surveys
Strong observational skills and attention to detail
General computer skills to include the ability to learn security management software
Knowledge of hospital security and emergency protocols
Ability to work under pressure and in emergency situations
Associate's Degree or higher in Criminal Justice or related discipline

Responsibilities

Fulfill the responsibilities, qualifications, and competencies of a Security Officer.
Create security patrol schedule to include the daily schedule of all assigned security personnel based off trend analysis.
Manage security reporting system.
Review reports and situations for potential negative impact.
Create employee/contractor badges when necessary.
Assist with conducting off-hours physical security inspections.
Provide employee involvement/security awareness educational programs and workshops.
Identify program issues and potential negative situations; develop and formulate possible solutions; report possible countermeasures to Security Program Manager.
Aid in monthly physical security checks of lighting, alarms, call boxes, and camera functionality.
Collaborates and works closely with contracted Systems Integration team scheduling routine maintenance and new and existing projects.
Assist in developing and updating Security Competency Tasks.
Assist in maintaining physical security functions.