Security Officer

Security Officer

Provide security services to ensure a safe environment for staff and visitors. Perform proactive monitoring of and timely responses to potential / actual security threats. Investigate, document and manage security incidents and hazards. Maintain knowledge / follows policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency / disaster preparedness plans. May facilitate planned drills and simulations. Train and mentor staff on environment of care and emergency management processes and procedures. Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety. Provides for traffic and parking enforcement within campus area and participates in foot and vehicle patrols. Report potential problems or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel. Operates vehicle in a safe and responsible manner to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

Licensure / Certification / Registration : Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Any State DL is accepted. BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted preferred. Security Guard credentialed from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation preferred Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) card preferred Education : High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. Note : Required professional licensure / certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Ascension Illinois delivers compassionate, personalized care throughout Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. As one of the largest health systems in Illinois with 15 hospitals and more than 230 sites of care, you will find an environment that allows you to thrive and create a career path you love. Join a diverse team of more than 17,000 associates and more than 600 providers who are dedicated to providing compassionate, personalized care to all. Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states. Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex / gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.