Hospital Security Officer
About The Position
UW Medical Center-Northwest has an outstanding opportunity for a Hospital Security Officer. The UW Medicine Department of Public Safety at UW Medical Center-Northwest is a team of certified security professionals dedicated to ensuring a safe environment. Our services include security patrols, safety escorts, admits, and responding to calls for assistance. The Security Officer works to maintain security and safety through inspection of buildings and grounds. The successful candidate will possess superior customer service skills, offering support and understanding in dealing with patients, staff, faculty and visitors to the medical center. UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest . As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances. The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .
Requirements
- High school graduation or equivalent
- Possess a valid driver's license
- No previous felony convictions
- Two years full-time college in police science or allied field OR two years of police or campus security experience
Responsibilities
- Tactfully confront individuals and gain their trust for authority, de-escalating anger to bring about satisfactory solutions
- Investigate incidents and crimes with the aptitude to complete clear, concise and accurate incident reports and other documentation
- Patrol and inspect interior and exterior of facility, on foot or in a vehicle.
- Respond promptly and safely to calls for assistance and “code” calls throughout UWMC-NW
- Evict, hold or detain persons when directed to do so by the appropriate law enforcement agency, clinical or administrative authority
Benefits
- Exceptional benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, etc.
- For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
