Security Officer

Join Cleveland Clinic’s Mercy Hospital where research and surgery are advanced, technology is leading‑edge, patient care is world‑class, and caregivers are family. Officially becoming a full member of the Cleveland Clinic Health System in 2021, Mercy Hospital offers a wide variety of medical specialties to the communities in and around Stark County. Here, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world. Responsibilities As a Security Officer, you will play an essential role in protecting patients, visitors, caregivers, and staff. You will work nights from 10:00 p.m. – 6:30 a.m. with weekend and holiday requirements. Perform proactive monitoring of timely responses to potential/actual security threats. Deter vandalism, theft, and property abuse through routine patrols of all hospital property, including inside areas as well as all parking lots and decks. Protect patients, visitors, and caregivers by providing escorts and eliminating safety hazards. Enforce Cleveland Clinic facility policies (e.g., parking regulations, visitation policies, drug enforcement, tobacco free/smoking policy). Maintain knowledge of and follow policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plans. Facilitate planned drills and simulations. Complete mandatory education and training to maintain organization and department‑specific competencies, including de‑escalation training within the first 6 months of hire, taser training and certification within the first year and as required thereafter. Provide information and assistance to caregivers and visitors to promote their safety on the premises. Conduct Emergency Department metal detector searches using a magnetometer and/or hand‑held scanning devices. All patients and visitors entering the Emergency Department will be searched, and all bags, backpacks, briefcases, knapsacks, purses, or parcels will be placed on a table and searched. The Security Officer will coordinate with dispatch via radio to log the activity. Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma or GED. Ohio Valid Driver’s License (VDL) and eligible insurance. One year of experience in Criminal Justice, Private/Public/Military Security and/or related law enforcement fields OR Ohio Peace Officer Training (police) Academy Certification. Preferred Qualifications Completion of Ohio Peace Officer Training Commission (OPOTC) approved Private Security Academy. Physical Requirements Typical physical demands require full body motion, physical strength and stamina sufficient to chase, apprehend and subdue criminal suspects, and respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies. Requires extensive walking and standing for prolonged periods of time. Must have good eye/hand coordination and be able to pass annual eye (with appropriate corrections) and hearing tests. Personal Protective Equipment Follows standard precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Pay Range Minimum hourly: $16.47 Maximum hourly: $23.61 The pay range displayed on this job posting reflects the anticipated range for new hires. A successful candidate’s actual compensation will be determined after taking factors into consideration such as the candidate’s work history, experience, skill set and education. The pay range displayed does not include any applicable pay practices (e.g., shift differentials, overtime, etc.) and does not include the value of Cleveland Clinic’s benefits package (e.g., healthcare, dental and vision benefits, retirement savings account contributions, etc.). #J-18808-Ljbffr