Description/Job Summary

Implement and oversee the security operation; supervise security officers. Assist with the functions of physical and personal security and safety measures of members, patients, staff, and visitors. Protects staff and property from theft or damage, or persons from hazards or interference, including the potential for violence in the workplace. Makes periodic tours to check for irregularities and to inspect protection devices and fire control equipment. Preserves order and may enforce regulations pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises.

Responsibilities/Duties

The functions listed describe the business purpose of this job or position. Specific duties or tasks may vary and be documented separately. An associate might or might not be required to perform all functions listed. Additional duties may be assigned, and functions may be modified, according to business necessity.

All assigned duties or tasks are deemed to be part of the essential functions, unless such duties or tasks are unrelated to the functions listed, in which case they are deemed to be other (non-essential) functions.

Associates are held accountable for successful job performance. Job performance standards may be documented separately, and may include functions, objectives, duties or tasks not specifically listed herein.

In performing functions, duties or tasks, associates are required to know and follow safe work practices, and to be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations. Associates are required to notify superiors upon becoming aware of unsafe working conditions.

All functions, duties or tasks are to be carried out in an honest, ethical and professional manner, and to be performed in conformance with applicable company policies and procedures. In the event of uncertainty or lack of knowledge of company policies and procedures, associates are required to request clarification or explanations from superiors or authorized company representatives.

• Fulfill the Responsibilities, Qualifications, Competencies, and applicable Addenda of a Security Officer
• Provide post coverage, if necessary
• Act in the absence of the Security Account Manager when directed
• Assist the Security Account Manager in administrative or functional tasks as directed
• Interpret applicable policies and procedures based on existing circumstances
• Supervise subordinates so they perform their functions effectively
• Assign security duties as circumstances warrant
• Evaluate and document subordinate's performance
• Review and oversee corrections to appropriate subordinate's reports
• Maintain liaison with appropriate facility personnel on a given shift
• Assist with subordinates training
• Carries out specific tasks and duties of a similar nature and scope as required for the assigned post.
• Quickly identify potential negative situations and implement effective countermeasures
• Teach facility-specific procedures and policies
• Review appropriate subordinate's reports
• Responding to facility emergencies and incidents, as needed or when directed
• Meets annual or bi-annual clinical/employee health screening requirements

Required Skills

Additional qualifications may be specified and receive preference, depending upon the nature of the position.

The incumbent must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of necessary knowledge, skill, and ability.

Having the ability to plan, organize and implement administrative and operational programs and procedures, which includes efficient Incident Report writing and review is preferred.

Required Qualifications

Must have valid Government issued Driver's License or valid state issued I.D. card, Bureau of Security and Investigative Services Certification or Guard Card.