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Security Officer - Main Hospital / Children's Pavilion - All Shifts (Days / Evenings / Nights)

VCU Health
Posted 9 days ago, valid for 19 days
Location

Richmond, VA, US

Salary

$15.69 - $23.53 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Security Officer at VCUHS provides courteous security services, assisting staff, visitors, and patients while enforcing hospital rules and regulations.
  • This unarmed position requires 6 to 12 months of relevant training or a college background in Administration of Justice for hire, with a preferred experience of one year in security or law enforcement.
  • Candidates must have a High School Diploma or equivalent, with an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or a related field preferred.
  • The role demands the ability to work all shifts, including weekends and holidays, and may require a valid Virginia Driver’s License with a safe driving record.
  • Compensation for this position ranges from $15.69 to $23.53 per hour, with actual salary offers based on relevant experience and qualifications.
The Security Officer provides security services to VCUHS by courteously assisting staff, visitors and patients; enforcing rules and regulations of the hospitals; projecting a positive image; and promoting a safe healthcare environment.

The Security Officer conveys an image of professionalism, behaving in a way that is conducive to good hospital and community relations. This is an unarmed, non-sworn security position.

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for Hire: N/A

Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A

Experience REQUIRED:
Previous knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques at a level generally acquired during 6 to 12 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice

Experience PREFERRED:
One (1) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience

Education/training REQUIRED:
High School Diploma or equivalent

Education/training PREFERRED:
Associate Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Independent action(s) required:
De-escalates agitated patients, both individually and as a member of a team.
Prevents potentially risky and/or violent situations.

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.
Some Security Officer roles may require valid Virginia Driver’s License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation.

Age Specific groups served:
Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric

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)
Mental/Sensory: Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking
Emotional: Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change

 

 

 

 

Compensation Range

$15.69 - $23.53

Actual salary offers will be based on several key factors to include relevant work experience, credentials, and qualifications.


 

 

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