Security Officer

at  Ascension

REQUIREMENTS

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License credentialed from the Maryland Department of Motor Vehicles obtained within 12Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date required. License from Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Virginia and Delaware also accepted.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Law Enforcement preferred.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from the Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc. preferred
• Security Professional credentialed from the International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) preferred.
• Security Guard preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Provide security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.

• Perform proactive monitoring of and timely responses to potential/actual security threats.
• Investigate, document and manage security incidents and hazards.
• Maintain knowledge/follow policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plan.
• May facilitate planned drills and simulations.
• Train and mentor staff on environment of care and emergency management processes and procedures.
• Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety.
• Provide for traffic and parking enforcement within campus area and participates in foot and vehicle patrols.
• Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel.
• For those security officers who are responsible for operating a vehicle, operate in a safe andresponsible manner to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.