Security Officer Unarmed

Location: Oak Park, Illinois Business Unit: Rush Oak Park Hospital: Rush Oak Park Hospital Department: Security Work Type: Full Time (Total FTE between 0.9 and 1.0) Shift: Shift 2 Work Schedule: 8 Hr (2:30:00 PM - 11:00:00 PM) Rush offers exceptional rewards and benefits learn more at our Rush benefits page ( Pay Range: $17.63 - $27.77 per hour Rush salaries are determined by many factors including, but not limited to, education, job-related experience and skills, as well as internal equity and industry specific market data. The pay range for each role reflects Rush’s anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. Offers may vary depending on the circumstances of each case. Summary Under the general supervision of security leadership, the Security Officer will provide physical protection for people and safeguard property at all Rush System for Health (Rush) facilities. The Security Officer will accomplish this by fixed and/or roving posts and responding to service calls, requests for assistance and emergencies. The Security Officer will report and document infractions of Rush rules, regulations, and policies as well as violations of federal, state, and local laws and/or ordinances. The Security Officer will exemplify the Rush mission, vision, values, and act in accordance with Rush policies and procedures. Primary Customers Patients, visitors, students, staff, contractors, and other tenants of RUSH. Other Information Required Job Qualifications: High school graduate or GED. Must possess/maintain a valid Permanent Employee Registration Card (PERC) from the Illinois Department of Finance and Professional Regulation (IDFPR) after successfully completing a 20-hour security guard training course from an approved provider. Valid Illinois, Indiana, or Wisconsin driver’s license required with a prior driving record deemed acceptable to Human Resources pursuant to a driver’s history check. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and customer service. Basic computer skills are essential. Must be flexible with scheduling. Preferred Job Qualifications Prior security experience in a healthcare environment. Healthcare security certification at the “basic” level by the International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS). Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certified. Physical Demands Able to tolerate prolonged walking/standing/sitting for the duration of shift. Able to withstand outdoor temperatures throughout the year. Able to perform required responsibilities. Able to successfully demonstrate the retention, use and maintenance of issued equipment. Able to lift at minimum 50 pounds to waist height. Able to wear all issued equipment including ballistic vest and duty belt. Disclaimer The above is intended to describe the general content and requirements for this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. Responsibilities Provide fixed (sitting/standing), walking and vehicular patrols of all RUSH buildings and grounds. Monitor telephone/radio communications, alarms, and video surveillance equipment. Respond to service calls, requests for assistance, and/or emergency situations. Observe and document security and/or safety hazards and policy violations. Conduct basic interviews and investigations. Prepare incident reports, memorandums, and other written documentation. Assist law enforcement, fire departments and other emergency agencies during investigations or emergencies. Monitor and assist with access control and visitor management. Monitor and control vehicular and pedestrian traffic patterns on Rush property. Provide security escorts as assigned. Participate in property control procedures (patient property and valuables, lost & found etc.). Perform dispatching duties as required. Perform other duties as assigned. Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. #J-18808-Ljbffr