Security Specialist – Days at VCU Health

Richmond, Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Security, Public Safety, Law Enforcement, Crime Prevention, Community Services, Training, Customer Service, Supervisory Skills, Problem Solving, Communication, Risk Assessment, Education, Innovative Programs, Organizational Strategy, Physical Fitness, Adaptability

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

**NOTE – MUST have at least 5 years of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience, to qualify to apply for this role The Security Specialist provides a safe and secure environment for the VCUHS community. This job utilizes a community policing philosophy and organizational strategy to reaffirm proactive crime prevention and training toward fulfilling the basic mission of the Safety and Security Division. This job also evaluates ways to enhance safety and customer service through innovative programs and training. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: Valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: Valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation Experience REQUIRED: Minimum of five (5) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience Experience PREFERRED: Seven (7) years of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience Two (2) years of crime prevention, community services, and/or instructor work experience and experience developing and managing crime prevention and community functions Previous supervisory work experience Education/training REQUIRED: High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training PREFERRED: Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field or completion of a Police Academy Program Independent action(s) required: Conduct staff education about security awareness and crime prevention. Answer security and safety questions/inquiries. Provide crime prevention assistance and support. Identify security risks and deficiencies and make recommendation. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs. Age Specific groups served: All Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical: Lifting 20-50 lbs. Activities: Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other), Reaching (overhead, extensive, repetitive), Repetitive motion Mental/Sensory: Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady pace, Able to handle multiple priorities, Frequent and intense customer interactions, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran/41 CFR 60-1.4. Who We Are Inventing better care, day by day by discovery Sound outrageous? It absolutely is. Sound impossible? That’s never stopped us before. Sound like hard work, intense research, collaboration with experts around the world, sheer brainpower meets unrelenting willpower? That’s. Exactly. Right. We’ll do whatever it takes to offer the best in care and empower the best in quality of life. And it’s an approach that works — whether it’s a patient who undergoes a new, life-saving procedure or a clinical researcher who finds promise in a new cancer treatment, exciting new medicine is happening at VCU Health. We have it all: • One college and four health sciences schools • An academic medical center • A Level I trauma center • One of only two NCI-designated cancer centers in Virginia • The region’s only full-service children’s hospital • More than 800 physicians in 200 specialties • With a community health center, dedicated research teams, facilities and valued partners in every field Our medical teams are top notch. And we’re not too shy to boast of internationally known physicians, some recognized as the best in the country, top-ranked local specialists and all-around all-stars at every level. From our very first years to our most recent advancements, we are driven to learn more, dig deeper, teach passionately and never rest in order to be a true leader in discovering what’s possible in health and recovery. We are a comprehensive system of care and a pioneer of health. Read VCU Health Year In Review for more about our accomplishments.

Responsibilities

The Security Specialist provides a safe and secure environment for the VCUHS community and utilizes a community policing philosophy to enhance safety and customer service. This role includes conducting staff education about security awareness and providing crime prevention assistance.