Security Officer

POSITION PURPOSE

Ensures a safe environment for our patients, staff and visitors. Patrols hospital property, responds to calls for assistance, and reports on conditions, objects or persons which may impact the security and/or safety of patients, associates, physicians, visitors, or vendors, and responds according to established policies, procedures and regulations. Mentors and trains security staff. Assumes charge role as needed. Security Officers are essential associates in a 24/7 environment and may be required to be flexible with scheduling and work “off-shifts.” May obtain and maintain State of Maryland and/or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department Special Police Officer commission to carry out duties associated with crime control and response, designated as an Unarmed Security Officer, assigned and deployed within the hospital consistent with the limitations of the Unarmed SPO commission from Maryland State Police or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department.

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associates degree in related field preferred.

EXPERIENCE:

• 1 year related security or law enforcement experience; or 1 year of MedStar service in lieu of security experience.

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION & REGISTRATION:

• Valid driver’s license.
• Preferred: Commissioned as a Special Police Officer by the State of Maryland State Police and/or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department preferred. If SPO, must satisfy ongoing training requirements to maintain SPO commission in Maryland and/or DC.
• Basic Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) certification from IAHSS preferred.
• BLS (CPR) certification required within 60 days of start date.
• Must successfully complete all MedStar initial training related to violence prevention, de-escalation and crisis prevention intervention.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Verbal and written communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and thoughtful during a crisis. Ability to assist in deescalating situations with strong emotions and conflict. Basic computer skills preferred.