Security Officer (Armed)

Summary

This position performs routine patrols, writes incident reports, responds to non-emergency and emergency calls throughout the entire campus and as requested by security supervision. Provides security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors.

Responsibilities

• (30 %)
• Conducts continuous random patrols, utilizing the patrol vehicle, bicycle, or foot patrol.
• (30%)
• Responds to all calls received from the public, hospital staff, and the security dispatcher.
• (15%)
• Monitors and pages all fire codes, as received on the fire monitor system located in security dispatch.
• (10%)
• Responds to hospital emergency overhead pages as determined by security dispatch.
• (10%)
• Physical management of patients going through crisis.
• (5%)
• Escorts patients to In Patient Mental Health, or other areas of the facility, as requested by staff (i.e. doctor or nurse).
• OTHER DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors and reports alarms received on the S&D alarm panel, generator alarm panel, HVAC computer, Medical Air Gases alarm panel.
• Answers all calls for assistance, received on the security emergency phone line of the facilities help line.
• Creates a maintenance work order for all calls received on the facilities help line.
• Enters information from maintenance job logs and work orders into the TMS application.
• Monitors CCTV system for any and all suspicious circumstances, dispatching a security officer when required.
• Assists with helicopter flight operations; secures and unlocks doors, as prescribed by policies and procedures, or at the direction of the Security Manager or Supervisor.
• Notifies the Security Manager and/or Supervisor via chain of command, for any and all major incidents that occur of facility property.
• Enforces parking policy, as directed.
• Escorts employees to and from their vehicle, as requested or assigned by the Security Supervisor or the Security Manager.
• Responds to all panic alarms located throughout the facility.
• Armed security staff will respond to an active shooter or other lethal threat and neutralize the threat if possible.
• Responsible for enforcing that all contractors that are working above the ceiling and/or have removed a ceiling tile have a yellow copy of the "Above Ceiling Access Permit".
• Writes reports as required by policies.
• Follows all departmental and medical center policies and procedures.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.
• Assist with morgue operations, including the handling of deceased patients.
• An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.
• Certifications and Licensures
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• Required Equivalent Experience - Within 6 months of hire.
• CPL - Concealed Pistol License
• Required
• DMVCHECK - DMV Record Check
• Required
• MCOLES FIREARMS - MI Commission on Law Enforcement Firearms
• Required Equivalent Experience - Required pre-hire and annually after hire.
• PPE - Pre-Employment Psychological Examination
• Required
• Required Education
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Education Specialization: General Study
• Comments: Military, corrections or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Other Information
• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS: Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups.
• Must pass Security Defensive Tactics Training.
• Must pass taser and pepper gel training.
• Ability to interact with people at all levels to communicate information in a clear and understandable manner.
• If driving a company vehicle must be eligible under the hospital insurance guidelines.
• PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear bullet-resistant vest.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for longer periods of time.
• May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• To perform physical management, including, but not limited to, restraining, maneuvering, and holding combative individuals.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
• Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling.
• May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate
• . Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and / or Walk/Stand/Push/ Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

Responsibilities

• (30 %)
• Conducts continuous random patrols, utilizing the patrol vehicle, bicycle, or foot patrol.
• (30%)
• Responds to all calls received from the public, hospital staff, and the security dispatcher.
• (15%)
• Monitors and pages all fire codes, as received on the fire monitor system located in security dispatch.
• (10%)
• Responds to hospital emergency overhead pages as determined by security dispatch.
• (10%)
• Physical management of patients going through crisis.
• (5%)
• Escorts patients to In Patient Mental Health, or other areas of the facility, as requested by staff (i.e. doctor or nurse).
• OTHER DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES: Monitors and reports alarms received on the S&D alarm panel, generator alarm panel, HVAC computer, Medical Air Gases alarm panel.
• Answers all calls for assistance, received on the security emergency phone line of the facilities help line.
• Creates a maintenance work order for all calls received on the facilities help line.
• Enters information from maintenance job logs and work orders into the TMS application.
• Monitors CCTV system for any and all suspicious circumstances, dispatching a security officer when required.
• Assists with helicopter flight operations; secures and unlocks doors, as prescribed by policies and procedures, or at the direction of the Security Manager or Supervisor.
• Notifies the Security Manager and/or Supervisor via chain of command, for any and all major incidents that occur of facility property.
• Enforces parking policy, as directed.
• Escorts employees to and from their vehicle, as requested or assigned by the Security Supervisor or the Security Manager.
• Responds to all panic alarms located throughout the facility.
• Armed security staff will respond to an active shooter or other lethal threat and neutralize the threat if possible.
• Responsible for enforcing that all contractors that are working above the ceiling and/or have removed a ceiling tile have a yellow copy of the "Above Ceiling Access Permit".
• Writes reports as required by policies.
• Follows all departmental and medical center policies and procedures.
• MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows.
• Assist with morgue operations, including the handling of deceased patients.
• An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.
• Other duties and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

• EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS: Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups.
• Must pass Security Defensive Tactics Training.
• Must pass taser and pepper gel training.
• Ability to interact with people at all levels to communicate information in a clear and understandable manner.
• If driving a company vehicle must be eligible under the hospital insurance guidelines.
• PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as trauma, grief and death.
• Able to wear bullet-resistant vest.
• Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.
• Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.
• Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for longer periods of time.
• May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.
• To perform physical management, including, but not limited to, restraining, maneuvering, and holding combative individuals.
• Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.
• Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.
• Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling.
• May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.
• Physical Demand Level: Moderate
• . Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and / or Walk/Stand/Push/ Pull of Arm/Leg controls.