Armed Security Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Valid GA Drivers License
• Current BLS certification required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• High School Diploma or GED
• Military, police, corrections, private security background (minimum of two (2) years experience required).
• Ability to work well with others
• Willingness to accept direction from supervisors and senior officers
• Ability to learn and perform the basic skills and procedures designated for security officers
• Adaptability in changing situations and work assignments
• Ability to acquire skills needed to assess specific needs and interact with different age groups
• Legible handwriting as demonstrated on written reports
• Effective computer skills
• Knowledgeable of and adheres to all federal, state and local laws as well as the facility policies and procedures
• Managing the aggressive patient (CIT): De-escalation Training
• ASP Tactical Baton Training
• Firearms Training
• Hospital Defensive Tactics Training
• Basic Taser Training

Responsibilities

• Make routine and random tours of facility and grounds using established patrolling techniques and reporting all findings.
• Conduct lighting surveys of campus and buildings.
• Report all hazardous conditions that may exist.
• Report all situations requiring maintenance.
• Address aesthetic needs to uphold the image of the facility.
• Initiate investigations on security or risk management incidents and report findings daily to the supervisor and coordinator.
• Investigate accidents (pedestrian or vehicle) and injuries.
• Investigate thefts.
• Investigate disturbances.
• Investigate complaints.
• Initiate and participate in training drills and proper documentation according to NGHS policy/procedure as required by JCAHO, OSHA, NFPA, law or other regulatory agency.
• Participate in fire drills, fire safety/response training.
• Participate in bomb threat drills, response/search drills.
• Participate in Infant/Child Abduction drills and education.
• Participate in Workplace Violence drills and education.
• Participate in Theft prevention/personal safety education.
• Attend staff meetings and training sessions as scheduled, ensuring timely and active participation.
• Obtain a minimum score of 80% with a Smith & Wesson M&P 40 semi-auto pistol sidearm certification in accordance with departmental policy.
• Clean and maintain weapon in an operational manner and ensure it is of the type specified by departmental policy.
• Ensure weapon is loaded with hospital issued .40 caliber ammunition.
• Complete a minimum of 16 hours of professional training annually, in accordance with state regulations, and present documented proof.
• Obtain professional or manufacturer certification for all defensive tools and equipment in use and present documented proof.
• Assist newer officers in identifying strengths and weaknesses in performance of tasks.
• Independently seek and obtain training and present documented proof.
• Respond on request for assistance in a timely manner.
• Unlock/lock doors.
• Provide motor vehicle assistance (jump starts, lost keys, flat tires).
• Provide escorts of funds.
• Provide safety escorts to parking lots.
• Address all public concerns.
• Negotiate with and gain the cooperation and compliance from the hospital publics to maintain the policies and procedures of the institution and defuse confrontation when possible.
• Solicit, encourage, and answer questions from the hospital’s public while demonstrating a positive willingness to assist them.
• Maintain a high degree of accuracy and accountability when handling funds, valuables and items of property.
• Manage time wisely, prioritize calls and share workloads to assure that tasks are completed in a timely manner.
• Carry out special duties/tasks when assigned and report findings back to the supervisor and/or coordinator in an expedient manner.
• Perform emergency procedures (codes, fire or disaster codes) according to policy.
• Respond without prompting to confrontational situations for back up and support of other officers or hospital staff.
• Develop communication skills to de-escalate confrontational situations.
• Utilize interpersonal skills.
• Apply non-violent crisis intervention techniques.
• Demonstrate ability to compromise and refer to a higher level.
• Use all department equipment correctly and maintain equipment in good operational condition.
• Frequently observe CCTV system looking for suspicious/unusual activity.
• Demonstrate the ability to interview a wide variety of individuals in a courteous and unbiased manner.
• Demonstrate good judgment in prioritizing requests and responding to emergency calls for assistance to control disorderly conduct or combative patients.
• Under extreme conditions, maintain a level of compassion and understanding keeping the patients care, welfare, safety and security in mind as well as all others involved.
• Under extreme conditions, maintain a highly professional attitude (verbally and physically) and exhibit the ability to use the minimum level of force on the continuum to gain the advantage during a physical confrontation.
• Attend mandatory protective equipment training and maintain proficiency regarding usage.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as required.
• Anticipate personal protective equipment for job performance.
• Insure integrity of hospital issued and personally provided protective equipment.