Security Officer

Job Description

Come grow your career at Stamford Health! Our Security team is growing - we are looking for a reliable and vigilant Security Officer to ensure the safety of our patients, visitors, and employees. Candidates should have strong observational skills and the ability to respond effectively to incidents.

Key Responsibilities:

• Monitor exits and entrances, patrol site on foot or in vehicle
• Screen visitors and employees as needed
• Observe and report incidents or suspicious activity
• Conduct searches of bags, individuals, and patient rooms
• Respond to immediate incidents, promptly and effectively
• Respond to incidents of fire, medical emergency, bomb threat, hazardous materials and other conditions following established procedures
• Assist in evacuation and implement emergency procedures as necessary
• Prepare logs and reports as required

Join our team and be a part of a dynamic organization focused on safety and security!

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

• High School graduate or equivalent.
• Current State of Connecticut Security Officer License.
• Current Drivers License.
• Maintains clean driving record.
• Knowledge of state driving standards practices and laws.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn security operations and procedures.
• Ability to be an effective team member.
• Ability to maintain professional composure when dealing with unusual circumstances.
• Courteous telephone manner.
• Ability to write routine correspondence, including logs and reports.
• Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively at various social levels and across diverse cultures.

We are currently offering day shifts, evening shifts, night shifts, and weekend shifts.

"We are committed to building an inclusive workplace that values diversity and inclusion and reflects the diversity of the community and patients we serve."

About Stamford Health

Stamford Health is a non-profit independent healthcare system with more than 3,500 employees committed to compassionately caring for the community and offering a wide-range of high-quality health and wellness services. Patients and their families can rely on comprehensive person-centered care through the system's 305-bed Stamford Hospital; Stamford Health Medical Group, with more than 30 offices in lower Fairfield County offering primary and specialty care; a growing number of ambulatory locations across the region; and support through the Stamford Hospital Foundation. Stamford Health is also a major teaching affiliate of the Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons. Dedicated to being the community's most trusted healthcare partner, Stamford Health puts patients first to build long-lasting relationships. For more information, visit StamfordHealth.org. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter, YouTube, and Linked In.

As a Certified Great Place to Work organization, Stamford Health understands what it takes to attract talent in order to improve our workforce and support our mission, to that end we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Comprehensive, low-cost health insurance plans available day one
• 403b that includes employer contribution and match
• Wellness programs
• Paid Time Off accruals
• Employee recognition programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-site parking and train station shuttle
• Discounts to restaurants, theatre, spas, hotels, attractions, and gyms
• On-site concierge service and more!