Lead Security Officer, Overnights - ( 3291952 )

Description

Summary

Under general direction from the Security Manager, the Lead Security Officer ensures a safe and secure environment by providing protective services and response measures for the hospital’s people and property. This role assists in managing the daily operations of the Security Department personnel, including orientation, training, and performance evaluation of staff. The Lead Security Officer must possess strong leadership, training, operational, and investigative skills and may assume managerial responsibilities in the absence of the Security Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform all duties and responsibilities of a Security Officer.

• Ensure adequate coverage for shifts and special details; notify appropriate authorities of any disruptions or potential issues.

• Investigate thefts, shortages, and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct; notify law enforcement as necessary and participate in court proceedings.

• Patrol assigned areas, addressing security issues and identifying unsafe conditions to prevent theft, injuries, or property damage; maintain strict confidentiality.

• Maintain accountability for valuables and evidence in custody, ensuring safekeeping and proper documentation.

• Perform dispatcher duties, utilizing integrated security systems and providing necessary documentation.

• Assist workplace and domestic violence victims, respond to medical emergencies, assist in restraining patients when authorized, and protect dignitaries.

• Control pedestrian and vehicular traffic.

• Ensure all required training is up-to-date and report errors to the appropriate manager.

• Maintain all hospital-issued uniforms and equipment.

• Provide a wide range of customer services.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities

• Assist in managing daily operations; assume managerial duties in the absence of the Security Manager.

• Assign daily duties to personnel, review pass downs, logs, journals, forms, and reports for service continuity and follow-up.

• Monitor staff performance, ensuring adherence to departmental and hospital policies and customer service expectations.

• Facilitate shift training and in-service training for personnel; document training records and ensure compliance with certification and standards.

• Work other shifts and locations as necessary.

• Responsible for assisting with scheduling and ensuring shift coverage, including personally covering the next shift if it cannot be filled.

Qualifications

Qualifications and Experience

Education/Degree

• Required : Associate degree in criminal justice or related field.

• Preferred : Bachelor degree in criminal justice or related field.

Experience

• Required : One year of supervisory level experience with extensive use of written and verbal communication skills, problem-solving, and public relations.

• Preferred : Two-Three years of supervisory experience in a healthcare, law enforcement, or security department/agency.

Licensure

• Required : Massachusetts Driver’s License or a valid license in the employee's state of residence.

• Required : Obtain AVADE Instructor certification within six months of hire.

Skills

• Required : Computer proficiency; familiarity with Microsoft Office applications preferred with the ability to learn new software.

• Preferred : Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills for working with a diverse population, ability to work independently and as part of a team, initiative in anticipating challenges and developing strategies, high level of service delivery, and strong attention to detail.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work Environment:

Activity

Amount o f Time Spent

None

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Outdoor weather conditions

x

Extreme cold (non weather)

x

Work in high place(s)

x

Work in confined space(s)

x

Risk of electrical shock

x

Risk of radiation exposure

x

Exposure to blood borne pathogens

x

Flammable/explosive gases

x

Toxic / caustic chemicals

x

Dust or other irritants

x

Grease or oils

x

Hazardous specimens

x

Exposure to lab animals

x

Infectious / contagious disease

x

Cleaning agents/chemicals

x

Hot equipment

x

Noisy equipment

x

Humid or wet conditions (non -weather)

x

Other

Lifting/Carry Requirements of this job

No Lifting required

No Carrying required

Number of pounds

Amount of Time

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Lift

Carry

Lift

Carry

Lift

Carry

Lift

Carry

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

Over 100 pounds

x

x

Push/Pull Requirements of this job:

No Pushing required

No Pulling required

Number of pounds

Amount of Time

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Push

Pull

Push

Pull

Push

Pull

Push

Pull

Up to 10 pounds

Up to 25 pounds

Up to 50 pounds

Up to 100 pounds

Over 100 pounds

x

x

Physical Activity requirements of this job:

Activity

Amount of Time Spent

None

1 - 25%

25 - 50%

50 - 75%

Over 75%

Stand

­

x

Walk

x

Sit

x

Use of hands requiring fine motor skills and sense of touch

x

Move / rotate / bend wrist(s)

x

Type / use keyboard or other data entry device

x

Reach with hands & arms

x

Climb stairs

x

Climb ladder or other equipment

x

Drive / operate motor vehicle

x

Balance

x

Stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, crawl

x

Speak

x

Hear

x

Taste

x

Smell

x

Touch

x

Other

Vision Requirements of this job:

Vision Requirement

Always called upon in job

Sometimes called upon in job

Rarely called upon in job

Close vision

x

Distance vision

x

Color vision

x

Peripheral vision

x

Depth perception

x

Ability to adjust focus

x

Other

Safety equipment used while performing this job:

Safety eye glasses

Gowns

x

Filter lens (welding/soldering)

Scrubs

Face shields

Boots

Ear plugs or Mufflers

Hard hat

Surgical mask / dust mask

Coveralls

Self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

Gloves

x

Other

Level of noise typical in this work environment:

Very quiet

Quiet

Moderate

x

Loud

Very loud

EEO Statement:

SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which begins with respect and opportunity for all. SRN takes affirmative action to ensure that equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance or law. If you need a reasonable accommodation in coming to or participating in the interview process, please let us know.

Primary Location : MA-Charlestown-SRH Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston

Work Locations :

SRH Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Boston

300 1st Avenue

Charlestown 02129

Job : Police and Security Officer

Organization : Spaulding Hospital–Boston & Cambridge(SRN,SRH,SHC)

Schedule : Full-time

Standard Hours: : 40

Shift : Night Job

Posted Shift Description: : Full Time Overnight, 40 hours. 12am - 8am Sun into Mon Mon into Tue Tue into Wed Wed into Thu Thu into Fri

Employee Status : Regular

Recruiting Department: : SRH Security

Job Posting : May 29, 2024

Req ID: 3291952