Security Officer I (Part-Time, Night Shift)

Quick Facts

• Role: Security Officer I (Part-Time, Night Shift)

• Schedule: 11:50 p.m. to 8:20 a.m., alternating weekends and holidays

Description

This part-time Security Officer I role focuses on protecting patients, visitors, staff, and hospital property by following established security policies and procedures. Under Security Leadership direction, you will investigate and quell disturbances, monitor security systems, conduct patrols, and respond to emergency codes. The job emphasizes professional, service-minded interactions and accurate reporting.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and quell hospital incidents and disturbances

• Complete descriptive reports for supervisory personnel

• Notify appropriate city officials (police/fire) as needed and prepare descriptive reports

• Perform regular perimeter and internal patrols (on foot and mobile)

• Investigate hazardous conditions, theft, criminal activity, and other security/safety issues

• Monitor access control system, fire and duress alarms, and security video system

• Control traffic for emergency vehicles, patients/visitors, incidents, and helicopter transports

• Maintain security of restricted areas by checking and locking doors per schedule/special circumstances

• Provide escorts for staff to their vehicles

• Deliver deceased bodies to the morgue and release them to authorized persons per policy

• Respond to emergency codes per department guidelines and alert the Manager of deviations requiring follow-up

• Enforce hospital policies and procedures

• Conduct contraband searches for patient and employee safety as needed

• Monitor individuals/situations to ensure patient and employee safety as needed

• Oversee staff parking permit process and monitor compliance

• Perform other related duties as assigned

Requirements

• High-school diploma or GED

• Valid driver’s license

• Successful completion of IAHSS Basic exam within 90 days of hire; maintain IAHSS Basic certification

• Current BLS certification through American Heart Association within 9 months of hire

• Successful completion of Northwestern Medicine Defensive Tactics in Healthcare within 6 months of hire

• Interpersonal/communication skills for effective interactions across patient, visitor, staff, and law enforcement groups

• Writing skills to complete reports and paperwork to departmental standards

• Physical ability and knowledge to operate a motor vehicle

Benefits

• Benefits include support for physical, emotional, and financial well-being and protection for unexpected events

• Eligibility depends on employment classification; sign-on bonus rules apply if included