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The University of Miami Health System, "UHealth", Department of Public Safety and Security has an exciting opportunity for a Security Officer - Dispatcher. The Security Officer- Dispatcher provides a safe and secure environment for students, staff, customers, visitors, and persons conducting business in an assigned facility by continually looking for situations that could interrupt the normal business flow and taking immediate steps to eliminate the risk. Additionally, the Security Officer 3 engages in loss and crime prevention activities to protect University assets.

• Controls building access and property removal. Maintains civil law and order and assists in prevention of damage due to fire, theft or negligent acts.
• Responds to all building alarm signals and protects vehicles parked in University parking spaces.
• Assists in monitoring failure or malfunction of electrical and utility systems.
• Detects and reports campus safety problems.
• Takes remedial and corrective steps and notifies management for all abnormal conditions.
• Prepares accurate and up-to-date reports.
• Assists staff, students, patients, and visitors by providing directions and other relevant assistance.
• Monitors unauthorized individuals and escorts them from the premises or calls the police.
• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• Valid State of Florida driver's license
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
• Must be punctual, dependable, ability to stay calm under high stressful situations and be able to multi-task.
• Excellent customer service skills required to handle all levels of personnel, patients, and visitors.
• Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
• Commitment to the University's core values.
• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
• Proficiency in computer software (i.e., Microsoft Office).

Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.
The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.
UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.
Patient safety is a top priority. As a result, during the Influenza ("the flu") season (September through April), the University Of Miami Miller School Of Medicine requires all employees who provide ongoing services to patients, work in a location (all Hospitals and clinics) where patient care is provided, or work in patient care or clinical care areas, to have an annual influenza vaccination. Failure to meet this requirement will result in rescinding or termination of employment.
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.
Job Status
Full time
Employee Type
Staff
Pay Grade
H7