Security Guard

Conduct internal and external patrols of the hospital, grounds, and high-risk areas to ensure safety and security.

Verify identification, manage entry into restricted areas, and challenge or detain unauthorized individuals when necessary.

Act as a first responder to alarms, disturbances, medical emergencies, suspicious activity, and potential threats-including active-shooter or violent situations.

De-escalate conflicts, detain individuals when probable cause exists, preserve incident scenes, and prepare written reports for investigations.

Provide directions, escorts, parcel checks, and support during high-traffic or special events, including VIP visits.

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

A Personnel Security Investigation is required.

This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.

This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen (18) years of age on a recurring basis.

Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.

This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.

A pre-placement medical examination is required.

Moderate to heavy lifting up to 50 pounds may be required.

Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.

Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.

This position may require the incumbent to work during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.

This position may require rotating shifts (i.e. work schedule that requires employees to continuously rotate from one shift to another at predetermined intervals).

Must possess and maintain a valid stateside driver's license.

Position requires employee to wear a uniform and/or protective clothing.

Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.