Security Officer

• Performs proactive patrol duties as required.
• Responds to all emergency alarms and duress situations.
• Works with others to maintain a safe and secure environment for all.
• Ensures all hospital security and safety policies and procedures are followed.
• Prepares accurate reports and daily log of security and safety activities.
• Monitors after hours access, including CCTV cameras.
• Reports and monitors all security and safety issues.
• Provides leadership to others as needed.
• Acts as charge person in the absence of Supervisor or Lead.

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• Displays friendly and professional contact with all patients, visitors and staff.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in all situations.
• Have general security knowledge.
• Remain calm and professional during stressful situations.
• Must work well in a team environment. Basic computer skills, MS Word, Excel, e-mail.
• Must follow Rules of Conduct as established by the department.
• Must meet and maintain all insurability requirements for purposes of utilizing Mercy vehicles.

• Security, Healthcare, Law Enforcement and or Military experience preferred.

• High School Diploma or equivalent strongly preferred.  Relevant experience to be considered in lieu of diploma.

• Valid driver's license required.
• Must meet insurability requirements for purposes of utilizing Mercy vehicles - must be at least age 18 required.
• Must provide and maintain a good driving record, documented at hire, by a copy of a Motor Vehicle Record.
• The department requires a valid Professional or Non-Professional Weapons Carry Permit to be obtained within 90 days of employment or transfer.
• Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training required.  Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human Resources prior to start or transfer date.

Location: Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids · Security & Environmental Safety
Schedule: Part Time, Night Shift, weekends