What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at Southern Humboldt Community Healthcare District?
The Security Officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and protection of SoHum Health employees, visitors, and associated property. Security officers are tasked with patrolling areas owned and/or rented/leased by SHCHD, responding to safety and security threats, and establishing a security presence. Security officers must be alert, strong communicators, and physically fit. Officers work 12 hour shifts of 07:00 – 19:00 or 19:00 – 07:00 as necessary. Must be flexible in work schedule assignments, though regular shifts are normally assigned. Weekend and night work should be acceptable to all team members in Security. Officers must assume overall responsibility for the safety and security of the designated areas by patrolling, identifying security needs, and completing incident reports and responding to incidents accordingly. A high school diploma or GED required. Must be 18 years of age, able to pass a background check, and obtain a valid security guard card in California within 3 months of employment. Previous experience preferred, but not required.
- Assume overall responsibility for the safety and security of designated areas
- Patrol designated areas following outlined security procedures
- Identify potential security risks and respond accordingly
- Complete incident reports and required documentation for all security incidents
- Ensure all employees and visitors have proper credentials for accessing buildings (ID badges and passes)
- Respond to emergencies and incidents within designated facilities promptly and according to policy
- Assist employees and visitors with any concerns they might have
- Escalate emergencies to law enforcement as needed
- Monitor alarms and security cameras
Qualifications for Security Officer
- A high school diploma or general education degree (GED) required
- Must be at least 18 years old
- Ability to pass a background check
- Must obtain a valid security guard card in California within 3 months of employment
- Previous security-related work experience preferred, not required
- Ability to stay levelheaded and respond quickly in stressful situations
- Proficient written and oral communication skills
- Comfortable kneeling, carrying, bending, walking, and standing for extended periods of time
- Ability to perform continuous physical exertion as needed
- Working knowledge of basic security techniques
BENEFITS
- Choice of Two CalPERS Medical Plans which include prescription drug coverage – employer pays 89% of monthly premium
- Dental Insurance – employer pays 100% of monthly premium
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance – $20,000 provided by SoHum Health, with options to add more
- Aflac supplemental insurance
- Employee discount for health services received at SoHum Health
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Retirement plan with a 5% employer match
- $.20/mile round-trip commuter pay
- Student Loan and Education Assistance – $5,250 reimbursement annually (through 2025)
- Flexible spending accounts – for dependent care and medical expenses
- Opportunities for bonuses
- Continuing education and Professional Development reimbursements
- Housing assistance
- Relocation reimbursement
- Business casual dress code
PLEASE NOTE:
- As a healthcare facility, all employees of SoHum Health are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. To be considered fully vaccinated, a person must have completed the initial vaccine series, plus the recommended subsequent booster shots.
- Appointments are typically made at the beginning of the salary range. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Salary : $5,250