Security Guard - Hospital Setting

Security Officer Opportunity In Englewood, Colorado

Secure your future: we have opportunities for experienced security officers in Englewood, Colorado!

Pay Rate: $20.00 / Hour

Full Time, Excellent Benefits, Career Progression

Must be able to work any day of the week including weekends (must be flexible and have open availability)

Requirements:

• Valid Drivers License With Clean Driving Record (In The Event Of A Driver Needed) Or Government/State ID
• Must have 2 years verifiable employment history relating to this position - (Security, Healthcare, Customer Service, Military, Law Enforcement, Corrections)
• Natural Hair Color
• No Face/Neck Tattoos
• Comfortable with restraining when needed, dealing with combative patients
• Comfortable transporting patients to the morgue when needed
• Comfortable with heights (you may need to assist in helicopter transports back down to the E.R)
• Comfortable with needles (you will need a TB test and required vaccinations where applicable)

Job Duties:

• Transporting patients to the emergency room
• Patrolling: walking the hospital grounds and looking for anything suspicious or concerning
• Reporting: notifying leadership or other security officers of anything important
• Controlling access: ensuring that only authorized people can enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• Preventing crime: trying to stop criminal activity, such as theft, vandalism, and disturbances
• Responding to emergencies: helping with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Managing issues: addressing security issues with patients or visitors, and using verbal de-escalation skills to resolve safety incidents
• Maintaining confidentiality: being discreet when handling private information

Allied Universal is hiring a Security Professional - Unarmed. The Security Professional will conduct unarmed foot and/or vehicle patrol (interior and/or exterior) in a hospital environment. Additional duties include control access and egress; monitor CCTV and alarm systems; compose reports; deter criminal activity and misconduct. Due to the safety sensitive nature of this role, qualified candidates must be able to submit to drug screening to the extent permissible by law. This assignment is in a healthcare facility. As such, a tuberculosis (TB) test and certain vaccinations may be required.

Responsibilities:

• Perform security patrols of hospital grounds on foot or in vehicle; document detailed observations of unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
• Assist hospital staff with de-escalation of situations involving patients; restrain combative individuals as necessary (within company and customer guidelines)
• Transport patients to the morgue, as needed
• Assist in escorting patients from helicopter pad (high elevation) to the emergency room
• Assist with evacuations during fires, medical emergencies, and natural disasters
• Sound alarms or call police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
• Warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles
• Permit authorized persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits; ensure only authorized individuals enter and exit the hospital, and that no contraband or hospital items are brought in or out
• Observe departing personnel to protect against theft of company property and ensures that authorized removal of property is conducted within appropriate client requirements
• Investigate and prepare reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required

Qualifications (Must Have):

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Current driver's license if driving a company- or customer-owned vehicle
• Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment
• Minimum of two (2) years of verifiable employment history relating customer service or the protective service industry (preferably security, healthcare, military, law enforcement, or corrections)
• Must be at least 18 years of age, or higher if required by the state
• Able to operate radio or telephone equipment and/or console monitors
• Demonstrated ability to interact cordially and communicate with the public
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Problem solving skills
• Active listening skills
• Ability to assess and evaluate situations effectively; identify critical issues quickly and accurately
• Able to mediate conflict with tact, diplomacy
• Write informatively, clearly, and accurately
• Attention to detail

Preferred Qualifications (Nice To Have):

• Service in Military Occupational Specialty related to law enforcement, security (such as Military Police, Elite Military Forces, combat arms) or any support role in a Combat Zone
• Graduate of a Certified Public Safety Academy (military or civilian) or verified work experience in the law enforcement, adult corrections, or firefighter field
• Bachelor's degree in law enforcement or criminal justice related studies
• A minimum of 8 or more years of service in any military branch
• Associate's degree (or 60 credits) or higher in law enforcement or criminal justice with current or prior active military service

Benefits:

• Health insurance and 401k plans for full-time positions
• Schedules that fit with your personal life goals
• Ongoing paid training programs and career growth opportunities
• Employee discounts through our perks program to your favorite restaurants, entertainment venues and much more

Allied Universal is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or relationship/association with a protected veteran, or any other basis or characteristic protected by law. For more information: www.aus.com

If you have any questions regarding Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Diversity and Inclusion, have difficulty using the online system and require an alternate method to apply, or require an accommodation at any time during the recruitment and/or employment process, please contact our local Human Resources department. To find an office near you, please visit: www.aus.com/offices.