Security Officer
- Job Ref:
- R0071850
- Category:
- Security & Screening
- Employment Type:
- Full-Time
- Location:
- 111 Colchester Ave, Burlington, VT 05401
- Department:
- Security
- Job Type:
- Regular
- Primary Shift:
- Day-8hr
- Hours:
- 6:30 AM - 3:00 AM
- Hours per Week:
- 40
- Weekend Needs:
- Every
- Pay Rate:
- $24.45 - $36.69 per hour
Job Details
JOB DESCRIPTION:
Each University of Vermont Medical Center Security Officer is assigned to a specific Campus. The primary responsibilities of the Security Officer are to conduct patrol duties, respond immediately to emergency and non-emergency calls for assistance, and document services provided on each shift. The Security Officer is expected to act in a courteous and professional manner at all times.
Note: Emergency calls for assistance frequently require Security Officers to take the lead in controlling a violent/threatening situation after clinical and non-clinical staff have attempted to verbally deescalate a difficult situation. Security intervention frequently requires detaining and/or restraining the violent patient, visitor, or staff member.
EDUCATION:
High School graduate or equivalent. Valid driver’s license and safe driving record.
EXPERIENCE:
Prior security or public safety experience preferred, with an emphasis on providing a safe and dignified environment in stressful situations with a diverse patient, visitor and staff population.