Security Officer - Armed Division

Position Summary

AtlantiCare Armed Security Officers perform security operations according to the AtlantiCare Security Department Security Management Plan, Strategic Plan, Standard Operating Procedures and AtlantiCare Policies and Standards. AtlantiCare Armed Security Officers will be posted at fixed weapons screening locations and conduct screening for weapons according to AtlantiCare Policy. Armed Security Officers provide and preserve a secure environment for patients, visitors and staff at AtlantiCare and provide quality customer service. Armed Security Officers communicate effectively with all staff and management, as well as patients and visitors.

Qualifications

EDUCATION: High School degree or equivalent.

License/Certification

• Retired Law Enforcement Officer with a valid Retired Law Enforcement Officer Program (RPO) license required. Must be kept current at all times.
• Valid Armed Security Officer Registration Act (Armed SORA) license required. Must be kept current at all times.
• International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Certified Healthcare Security Officer (CHSO) and Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer (CAHSO) certifications required within 6 months of employment. Once obtained, must be kept current at all times.
• FEMA Certification: Incident Command System (ICS) required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer.
• ICS 100 - Incident Command Overview
• ICS 200 - ICS for Single Resources and Initial Action Incidents
• ICS 700 - National Incident Management System (NIMS) Overview
• IS 906 - Workplace Security Awareness
• IS 907 - Active Shooter Training
• CPI required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer. Once obtained, must be kept current at all times.
• BLS required within 60 days from date of hire or transfer. Once obtained, must be kept current at all times.
• Hazardous Materials Training required within 6 months from date of hire or transfer.
• Valid New Jersey Driver License and subject to periodic license audit.
  
  

EXPERIENCE: Retired Law Enforcement Officer with valid certifications as noted and equipment matching required specifications. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and sound judgement. Knowledge of PC's and related applications required including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and security related applications/programs. Able to work both independently and under supervision and engage in self-initiated work in accordance with all AtlantiCare and Security policies.

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

Demonstrates the ability to perform the department specific competencies as listed on the Assessment and Evaluation Tool.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Potential for exposure to the hazards and risk of the hospital environment, including exposure to infectious disease, blood-borne pathogens, hazardous substances, and potential injury. Moderate to heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling, continuous walking and standing.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

This position reports to department leadership as assigned.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principle functions of the job as identified and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all work requirements that may be inherent in the position.