Senior Armed Security Officer- University Medical Center | Sign-On Bonus $5,000 (Nights)

LCMC Health•New Orleans, LA

76d•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Safety Officer provides a visual security presence to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, physicians and staff. This role involves routine security patrols of campus, both internal and external, maintaining crowd control and order, performing safety and equipment inspections, and providing information and assistance to all individuals on campus. The officer will respond to calls for assistance, document incidents, operate security screening equipment, and report any unauthorized or suspicious persons or unsafe conditions. Adherence to the Hospital's Public Safety Department Firearms policy and Use of Force policy is mandatory. This job description outlines the general nature and level of work, but LCMC Health reserves the right to amend responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED or equivalent OR 2 years of appropriate work experience.
Non-Violent Crisis Prevention Certificate (CPI, NCI-CPI)
Defensive Driving Certification
Annual Baton Training
Proficient in English with verbal and written communication skills.
Basic knowledge and use of security equipment to include radio's, alarm systems, CCTV systems, etc.
Proficient in the use of CPI and must be able to deescalate situations involving aggressive, combative and other behavior health issues pertaining to patients.
Ability to transport patients as required.
Willing to be trained, skilled, and proficient with handcuffs, baton, OC spray, and restraining.
Ability to pass the LCMC Active Shooter Course (practical) annually.
Trains with PR-24 baton and OC spray.

Nice To Haves

Relevant prior experience is not required.

Responsibilities

Provides routine security patrols of campus, both internal and external.
Patrols assigned area on a constant basis to maintain crowd control and order.
Performs safety and equipment inspections.
Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, staff and the general public.
Responds to all calls for assistance immediately unless involved in or responding to an emergency situation.
Documents details on incident reports as needed.
Operates security screening equipment, access control systems, video security and intrusion detection systems.
Reports and controls unauthorized or suspicious persons, unsafe conditions or other irregularities.
Completes the required paperwork to account for all security-related actions.
Follows the Hospital's Public Safety Department Firearms policy and the Use of Force policy.