Security Safety Officer (Operations)

Overview

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With Corporate Headquarters in Charleston, WV, and regional offices throughout West Virginia, Ohio and Pennsylvania, we are licensed to operate in eight states. We provide security services  throughout West Virginia, Ohio, Virginia, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky and Tennessee. Call toll-free at 888-832-6732 or call the office nearest you. We’re fast responders who will provide dependable and affordable service for general and specialized security needs.

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Job Skills / Requirements

NEW HIRE BONUS given to new employees - $150.00 full time after first 60 days worked. $100.00 part time after first 90 days worked.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Patrols and monitors an assigned area; report suspicious activities and document all suspicious activity;
• Monitors surveillance cameras, inspects property;
• Contacts law enforcement or fire department in case of an emergency;
• After business hours, checks doors, windows, and gates to ensure the property is secure;
• Investigates reports of suspicious activity on the property;
• Escorts discharged staff, trespassers, and other unwelcome parties off the premises;
• Performs other related duties as assigned.
• Coordinate the daily functions of the security team to help ensure that all tasks assigned to the team are completed in an efficient manner.
• Leads security team based upon instruction from Hospital Security Director regarding departmental policies, procedures and work practices.
• Provides feedback to the Hospital Security Director regarding team member performance and work status as requested.
• Assists with training to determine and address shift training issues and participates in development of individualized staff training plans.
• Provides written documentation of activities, incidents, premises safety, accidents, theft, vandalism and other data requested by supervision in a factual, objective and legible manner.
• Responds to and provides assistance to visitors, staff, and other personnel assigned to the site during emergency situations such as assaults, domestic disputes, fire, vandalism, bomb threats, theft, vehicle accidents, disasters, etc.
• Monitors and controls the access of visitors, vendors, staff, and other personnel assigned to the site according to company policy and entry control procedures.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent observational skills and attention to detail;
• Possess written and verbal communication skills;
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations;
• Ability to learn the layout of the property and buildings;
• Ability to communicate using a phone or hand held radios;
• Ability to maintain confidentiality;

Education and Experience:

• 3 years of prior military, prior law enforcement experience, 3 years high level security and/or associate degree in security related field with at least 1 year security experience preferred;
• High school diploma required;
• Must obtain CPR/Basic Life Support certification through hospital-approved provider within 60 days of starting at the site. Must maintain certification while employed at the site.
• Must obtain hospital-approved Crisis Intervention training/certification (e.g. CPI, AVADE) within 90 days of starting at the site. Must maintain certification while employed at the site.
• Must be willing to obtain instructor-level certification for hospital-approved Crisis Intervention training/certification (e.g. CPI, AVADE). Once certified as an instructor, must maintain certification and be willing to teach certification classes to other security/hospital personnel.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to patrol the property and access areas quickly;
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and monitoring surveillance equipment;
• Prolonged periods standing and observing the property surroundings;
• Have the ability to twist and bend at the waist frequently;
• Ability to lift, push or pull 80 pounds;  

Applicants meeting the basic requirements for the position must:

• Be at least 18 years of age;
• Have not been convicted of a felony in any state or territory;
• Be able to work flexible schedules;
• Have a high school diploma;
• Must not suffer from habitual drunkeness or narcotics addiction;
• Must not have been declared mentally defective by a court of law unless deemed competent; 
• Applicants being considered for hire must be drug free before beginning work or recieving an offer of employment. Refusal to submit to testing will result in disqualification of further employment consideration;
• Applicants taking a prescribed medication must have it in a container labled by a licensed pharmacist;
• Applicants considered for hire must be alcohol free;
• Have access to reliable transportation to and from the work location;
• Be authorized to work in the U.S.;
• Be able to meet state licensing requirements for Security Officers, if required. 

Education Requirements (Any)

High School Diploma or Equivalent
Associates Degree Option

Certification Requirements (All)

Concealed Weapons Permit
Or 3 years Military Background with honorable discharge
DD-214
Previous Law Enforcement Experience
Valid State Driver's License

Additional Information / Benefits

• Starting pay $18 an hour for Security Safety Officer;
• Health Insurance with Dental and Vision Options;
• Retirement, Life Insurance, and Disability Options;
• Employee Incentives based on years of service and performance; 
• Vacation Pay for full time employees after one year of employment. 

Benefits: Medical Insurance, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Paid Vacation, Special Incentive Plans, Paid Holidays if Worked