Security Officer II - Security, Full-time, Nights

The salary range for this position is $20.39 - $27.53 (Hourly Rate)

Placement within the salary range is dependent on several factors such as relevant work experience and internal equity. For positions represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range is guided by the rules outlined in the collective bargaining agreement.

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section located at jobs.nm.org/benefits to learn more.

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Description

The Security Officer II reflects the mission, vision, and values of NM, adheres to the organization’s Code of Ethics and Corporate Compliance Program, and complies with all relevant policies, procedures, guidelines and all other regulatory and accreditation standards

The Security Officer II is responsible with the direct overall daily operations of a specifically assigned Security Department duty shift within the site’s Security Department when the shift’s Resource Coordinator is not present

RESPONSIBILITIES

• This position will serve as the shift leader on each respective campus in the absence of the Resource Coordinator.  All officers working on each campus shall report to the shift leadership for all matters.
• Responsible for communicating regularly with their respective Resource Coordinator, Site Supervisor, and other shift leadership regarding Security needs.
• Responsible for the dissemination of information to assigned/scheduled Officers.
• Assists in identifying opportunities for improvement regarding safety and security issues on their shift.
• Assists the Site Supervisor as follows: performs general safety and security monitoring, providing recommendations to ensure compliance with NM safety policies as needed; provides operational oversight of campus specific security camera system and access control systems; and provides daily assessment of security risks within the NM campuses providing recommendations as appropriate.
• Must maintain personal knowledge of/with industry standards and technology trends in healthcare security. 
• Responsible for the compilation of the operational shift’s records/reports and collaborating with other departments to maintain a safe environment in NM facilities during their assigned shift.
• Must be able to build and maintain team cohesiveness on their shift
• Responsible for deploying and utilizing appropriate security resources throughout their shift.
• Proficient in and capable of a leadership role in any investigations of fire, theft, criminal activity and accidents on NM property as needed.
• Assists employees new to their shift with their orientation and training
• Assist employees with internal training, IAHSS testing, and all other education and competencies needs of the team.
• Acts as a Security leadership reference for shift associates.
• Adheres to, and assists, the Security Site Supervisor with the management of the Security Department’s policies and procedures.
• Investigates/quells hospital incidents and disturbances to maintain patient, visitor, and employee security.  Notifies appropriate local police and fire as needed and within policy
• Prepares descriptive reports for supervisory personnel.
• Monitor patients for patient and employee safety as needed
• Ensure Officers on their respective shift maintain patient monitoring needs within standards
• Performs other related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required:

• Requires a high-school diploma or GED
• Completion of IAHSS Basic Module, including successful passing the basic exam within 90 days of hire.
• Maintain IAHSS Basic certification
• Completion of IAHSS Advanced Module, including successful passing the Advanced exam.
• Maintain IAHSS Advanced certification
• Current Basic Life Support 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 and communication skills necessary to interact effectively with a variety of individuals, including employees, medical staff, patients, visitors, police, etc.
• Writing skills necessary to complete reports and paperwork that meets departmental standards.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Previous experience in a healthcare safety and security role or related experience
• Physical Demands Job Role Requirement:
  • Physical demands required for this role include lift/carry up to 65 pounds and a push/pull force up to 75 pounds
  • Physical ability and knowledge of how to operate a motor vehicle
  • Physical ability to stand and walk during much of work shift patrolling hospital buildings and grounds.
  • Physical ability to respond quickly to emergency situations that may include stair climbing or other physical exertion in the protection of patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Physical ability to lift and assist with heavy objects occasionally.

Preferred:

• Bilingual ability

Equal Opportunity

Northwestern Medicine is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of age, sex, race, color, religion, national origin, gender identity, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation or any other protected status.

If we offer you a job, we will perform a background check that includes a review of any criminal convictions. A conviction does not disqualify you from employment at Northwestern Medicine. We consider this on a case-by-case basis and follow all state and federal guidelines.

Benefits

We offer a wide range of benefits that provide employees with tools and resources to improve their physical, emotional, and financial well-being while providing protection for unexpected life events. Please visit our Benefits section to learn more.