Armed Security Officer

Additional Information About the Role Are you looking for a career in Public Safety? Apply today! Work hours will be 6:00 pm-6:00 am, plus - 6 hours shift on Friday's Full Time - 37.5 hours per week. Every other weekend required Performing public safety and security duties inside and outside the hospital. Generous Benefits Package with PTO and Tuition Assistance beginning on day 1 Retirement plan includes 401K with a match Work with a highly skilled, compassionate, and caring team Shift Differential pay for evenings, midnights and weekends Paid professional academy style training Opportunities for advancement Military experience welcomed Overview Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more. The security department's goal is to maintain a safe work environment for all staff, visitors, patients and physicians. Security is responsible for safety at the hospital, medical office building and Eunice Smith Nursing Home, plus parking lots and roadw Preferred Qualifications Role Purpose The Armed Security Officer provides continuous patrols of the medical center, while being attentive and alert to the safety and welfare of visitors, patients, volunteers, staff, employees and hospital property. Responsibilities Individuals must be 21 years or older to work in this position. Responds to emergency situations according to approved, established Security Department protocol. Ensures equipment issued and used during the execution of duties is properly maintained. Provides continuous security patrols of all areas of the medical center. Mitigates crisis situations such as code responses, responding to disturbances, fires and disaster drills and situations. Ensures proper documentation is completed on all patrol vehicles. Responsible for documenting incident reports. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Applicable govt regulations Valid Driver's License Preferred Requirements Education Associate's Degree - Criminal Justice/related Licenses & Certifications ASP Baton Certification CPR/AED IAHSS Nonviolent Crisis Intervention PPCT PD - PSUL Benefits and Legal Statement BJC Total Rewards At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being. Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date Disability insurance* paid for by BJC Annual 4% BJC Automatic Retirement Contribution 401(k) plan with BJC match Tuition Assistance available on first day BJC Institute for Learning and Development Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time Adoption assistance To learn more, go to our Benefits Summary . *Not all benefits apply to all jobs The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer Since 1937, Alton Memorial Hospital has cared for residents in Alton, Illinois, and the surrounding communities in a five-county area. Starting as a land gift to the community from the Smith family, Alton Memorial today is a full-service acute care hospital. Alton Memorial offers patients a variety of inpatient and outpatient services, including surgery services, medical imaging, interventional and diagnostic heart services, cancer care, rehabilitation, 24-hour emergency care, ambulance services and more. The security department's goal is to maintain a safe work environment for all staff, visitors, patients and physicians. Security is responsible for safety at the hospital, medical office building and Eunice Smith Nursing Home, plus parking lots and roadw Role Purpose The Armed Security Officer provides continuous patrols of the medical center, while being attentive and alert to the safety and welfare of visitors, patients, volunteers, staff, employees and hospital property. Responsibilities Individuals must be 21 years or older to work in this position. Responds to emergency situations according to approved, established Security Department protocol. Ensures equipment issued and used during the execution of duties is properly maintained. Provides continuous security patrols of all areas of the medical center. Mitigates crisis situations such as code responses, responding to disturbances, fires and disaster drills and situations. Ensures proper documentation is completed on all patrol vehicles. Responsible for documenting incident reports. Minimum Requirements Education High School Diploma or GED Experience Supervisor Experience No Experience Licenses & Certifications Applicable govt regulations Valid Driver's License Preferred Requirements Education Associate's Degree - Criminal Justice/related Licenses & Certifications ASP Baton Certification CPR/AED IAHSS Nonviolent Crisis Intervention PPCT PD - PSUL