Security Officer - Full Time -Day Shift - Jefferson Washington Twp

Number of Positions in Requisition
1


Job Details
Under the supervision of the Lieutenant and Sergeant/Shift Supervisor, provides maximum protection for the safety and security of university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors and Jefferson assets. Performs security duties either at a fixed post, or on patrol or while making rounds of campus/hospital buildings and grounds. Checks for unauthorized persons, general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Capable of being assigned to any fixed post or patrol duties in any environment, and on any shift. Represents the university and hospital by giving directions or information when requested.
Job Description
Summary
Under the supervision of the Lieutenant and Sergeant/Shift Supervisor, provides maximum protection for the safety and security of university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors and Jefferson assets. Performs security duties either at a fixed post, or on patrol or while making rounds of campus/hospital buildings and grounds. Checks for unauthorized persons, general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Capable of being assigned to any fixed post or patrol duties in any environment, and on any shift. Represents the university and hospital by giving directions or information when requested.
Job Duties
Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
Performs security patrols at either fixed post or on patrol, including general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Verifies the appropriateness of persons on university/hospital campus by checking identification badges and escorting all unauthorized persons from campus as necessary.
Responds promptly to calls for service, including priority or serious incidents, problems or emergencies. Notifies supervisor (Sergeant or Lieutenant) of conditions. May be required to diffuse emergency situations with conflict resolution skills.
Investigates and documents reports on accidents, incidents or suspicious activities. Maintains daily patrol log during tours.
Submits completed log to Sergeant/Shift Supervisor upon completion of tour. Provides follow-up information to Security Investigator and/or Lieutenant as directed.
Provides assistance to employees, students, patients, patient family and visitors as incidents occur, including security escorts upon request.
Assist with campus parking issues; patrol parking lots and parking lot equipment.
Supports safety teams, including assisting the Trauma Team with the landing of helicopters and with fire-related emergencies. Enforces all No Smoking environments both inside and outside on the campus.
Performs other related security, safety and protection duties as assigned, including but not limited to the support loss prevention (i.e. inspecting deliveries and packages) and assisting with the training of new security staff as directed.
Minimum Qualifications
High School Diploma/GED
Must be able to understand all responsibilities and technology associated with the 24-hour Security Response Center (SRC). Must have completed all relevant Security Department training modules, and maintain all required training.
Must be capable of running one city block and physically subduing an unruly/violent individual. Must be able to work in all weather conditions.
Ability to work all shifts, and rotate between shifts as needed. This is a highly visible uniform position. Officers must be able to present excellent appearance at all times and also be equipped with all required security instruments.
Understanding of how to anticipate, recognize, and deal effectively with existing or potential conflicts at the individual, group, or situation level, ability to apply this understanding appropriately to diverse situations.
Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques, ability to effectively transmit,
receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.
Knowledge of, and ability to implement, the measures necessary to safeguard an organization's employees and visitors.
Knowledge of and ability to employ required tools, techniques and technologies to minimize losses due to breaches of physical premises security.
Understanding of the issues related to the decision-making process, ability to analyze situations fully and accurately, and reach productive decisions.
Ability to function effectively with Microsoft desktop applications (i.e. Word, E-mail).
Lethal Weapons Certification - Pennsylvania State Police Within 90 Days
Preferred Qualifications
Associate’s Degree Related advanced training in Criminal Justice strongly preferred.
1 year Experience in campus/hospital security, law enforcement, or other related Criminal Justice agencies strongly preferred.
Additional Qualifications
Physical Demands
Lift over 50 lbs. Push/pull up to 140 lbs. Carry 80 lbs. short distances. Frequent standing/walking, squatting, kneeling, crawling, climbing and reaching overhead.
Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.
Salary Range
The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.
Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)
Work Shift
Workday Day (United States of America)
Worker Sub Type
Regular
Employee Entity
Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc
Primary Location Address
435 Hurffville-Cross Keys Rd, Turnersville, New Jersey, United States of America
Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University, home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students.