Lead Security Officer

Facility Rutland Regional Medical Center Department Security Job Category Service and Trade Schedule - Shift - Hours Full-time - 12 hour night shift - Tuesday-thursday 1900-0700 ONLY DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES ARE ELIGIBLE TO APPLY. The Lead Security Officer’s responsibility is to enforce hospital policies, procedures, and regulations. The lead serves as a knowledgeable resource and provides guidance and support to RRMC staff and officers. The Lead is responsible for delegating the requests of service in efforts to maintain continuity of service and coverage throughout the facility. In addition to performing all duties of a Security Officer, the Lead serves the training needs of the department and engages less experienced team members through guidance and mentoring. This position serves as the primary resource for the on‑site Security team and seeks guidance from leadership as needed. The Lead may also support department leadership with administrative tasks as time and schedule permits. High School diploma or equivalent Associates Degree in related field preferred. 2 years’ experience in healthcare security role. 1 year experience as a first responder. Required Licenses/Certifications Maintains a valid Vermont state driver’s license. BLS Certification through American Heart Association (required within 6 months of hire) Completion of endorsed patient/visitor de‑escalation and restraint program Instructor certification (required within 2 year of hire) OCAT Instructor Certification (required within 1 year of hire) PATH Instructor Certification (required within 1 year of hire) HERT Instructor Certification (required within 2 year of hire) International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety Supervisory Certification (required within 2 year of hire) Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Requires knowledge to comply with federal, state, and local statutes and regulations. Willingness and ability to utilize personal vehicle for business purposes. Ability to remain calm in stressful situations. Interpersonal skills required to interact with individuals from diverse socio‑economic backgrounds. Willingness and ability to rotate duty to encompass all locations and roles. Must have the ability to speak, read, write and follow written and oral instructions. Ability to discretely handle confidential information. Must possess good communications skills and clear thinking to communicate with others. Ability to meaningfully convey course materials to trainees in clear, concise and comprehensive manner. Ability to critically assess and evaluate situations and respond appropriately. #J-18808-Ljbffr