What are the responsibilities and job description for the Public Safety Officer - Casual position at Northfield Hospital & Clinics?
Job Summary
The Public Safety Officer position promotes and maintains a safe and secure hospital campus environment by providing safety and security services to Northfield Hospital Clinics patients, visitors, and employees.
Compensation
We are committed to providing wage ranges for all open positions. Please note that the specific compensation for this role will be determined based on experience, education and internal equity considerations. The hourly wage range for this position is: $17.84-$25.18. This range reflects the base salary for this position.
Key Accountabilities
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Maintain a highly visible profile through frequent patrols of the Hospital campus property to prevent, detect and address unacceptable behavior.
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Maintain security and fire alarm response on hospital campus buildings through active foot patrol by checking, locking, and rechecking all exterior and interior doors and windows.
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Respond to, investigate, resolve (if possible) and document reported security incidents/complaints.
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Respond to Emergency Response Guide activations/codes and chemical spills.
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Assist law enforcement agencies in criminal investigations through exchange of information.
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Provide assistance to the hospital campus by responding to calls including building lockdowns, financial deposits, and vehicle assistance, as well as traffic and crowd control.
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Respond to calls for service from off-site Northfield Hospital Clinic facilities in Northfield, Farmington, and Lakeville.
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Handles pharmaceutical waste in accordance with hospital protocol, including properly disposing of hazardous waste.
Qualifications
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H.S. Diploma or equivalent
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Two-year college degree in criminal justice, law enforcement, security or related field preferred.
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One year of experience in law enforcement or security is preferred.
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Basic certification from the International Association for Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS), or willingness to obtain it within 6 months.
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Current American Heart Association BLS for Healthcare Providers Certification (or obtained within 6 months of hire, company paid)
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Crisis Prevention Institute Foundations Course Certification, or willingness to obtain it within 6 months.
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Defensive Tactics certification, or willingness to obtain it within 6 months, company paid.
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Valid Driver's License that meets company standards.
Schedule
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Varying Days/Shifts Available
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Mon-Fri Shifts: 6:00 AM - 2:00 PM, 2:00 PM - 10:00 PM, 10:00 PM - 6:00 AM
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Sat/Sun Shifts: 7:00 AM- 3:00 PM, 3:00 PM- 11:00 PM, 11:00 PM - 7:00 AM
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Minimum of one shift per month is required to retain casual/call status
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One weekend shift per month is preferred
Benefits
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Additional shift differential pay
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Pension Plan (PERA) with a 7.5% company match
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Free on-site parking
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Other benefits include our Qualified Bilingual Staff Program, Employee Assistance Program, and a variety of savings opportunities, including cafeteria and OTC medication discount from our pharmacy.
Northfield Hospital Clinics is an independent organization with over 800 employees. We are known for our positive work environment and quality patient care. We provide a full spectrum of services with our Hospital in Northfield, MN and primary and specialty clinics in Northfield, Lakeville, Farmington, Faribault, and Kenyon, plus Urgent Care locations in Northfield and Lakeville.
Salary : $18 - $25
