Armed Protection Officer (San Diego)

Armed Protection OfficerBlackstone Consulting, Inc. is seeking an Armed Protection Officer for their Healthcare Security Client in Northern and Southern California.Blackstone Consulting, Inc. (BCI) is a minority-owned, 9,000 employee, global service provider overseeing account services in food, environmental, facility maintenance, professional staffing, and security. Within our healthcare security division, we help healthcare organizations achieve superior programs and results. This includes our investment in you and your ability to deliver best practices to our client while receiving exceptional training to advance your healthcare career with BCI. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.Candidates must possess prior experience in law enforcement or military. This entails having served in an official capacity within a law enforcement agency or the US Military. Roles as a security guard, whether armed or unarmed, do not fulfill this requirement on their own.JOB SUMMARY:As part of the Regional Security Services team, the Armed Protection Officer (APO) is responsible for the physical and personal security for members, staff, and visitors within the health care client facilities. This includes responding to emergency situations, preserving order, and enforcing regulations related to personnel, visitors, and premises. Protects staff and property from theft or damage, or people from hazards and interference, including the potential for violence in the workplace. The APO will partner with security and clinical leaders to establish a unified care team to identify and mitigate security and workplace violence risks.Candidates must possess prior experience in law enforcement or military. This entails having served in an official capacity within a law enforcement agency or the US Military. Roles as a security guard, whether armed or unarmed, do not fulfill this requirement on their own.Essential FunctionsRespond to crimes in progress and take appropriate action on the exterior of the healthcare facilityMake private person arrests when necessary and within policyRespond into healthcare facility interior for Code Gray responsesLead de-escalation effortsProvide a professional security presenceAct as a safety ambassador for the facilityProvide campus safety recommendationsLiaison with administrative and clinical leadershipEstablish and maintain a good working relationship with local law enforcementPrevention of Workplace Violence (PWW): Serve as the facility subject matter expert on the Prevention of Workplace Violence. Respond to violent incidents of workplace violence. Stay current on training and trends in the PWV fieldThreat Management: Lead and support threat management investigations. Mitigate potential threats through collaboration with key stakeholders and the Threat Management TeamTraining: Provide Prevention of Workplace Violence training to staff. Train and evaluate new officersMonitors entrances and exits.Provides information regarding the facility and surrounding areas as requested by visitorsPrevents unapproved or unlawful entryPrepare logs or reports as required for post, requiring detailed narrative reports.Other duties as assignedRequired Experience/Licenses:High School DiplomaExperience in official law enforcement and/or military capacityCombined with experience as armed security officerSecurity Guard CardExposed Firearms PermitRequired SkillsSecurity Basics: Ability to learn, retain and perform basic healthcare security functionsRisk Management: Ability to identify, educate, manage, and report security risks impacting service deliveryCommunication: Ability to listen, share, modify information and effectively communicate amongst different stakeholder groups and in varying departmentsService Delivery: Ability to consistently demonstrate professional behavior that is responsive to the needs of the clientLeadership: Ability to motivate, inspire, and influence othersPreferred ExperienceAssociates Degree or above, with a focus on Criminal JusticeArmed Security experience in a healthcare facilityMinimum Qualifications at Entry:Be 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or GED.Have a reliable and functional means of communication (i.e., cell phone)The legal right to work in the United StatesPossess a valid government-issued driver's license or state-issued I.D.An active state-issued guard cardSuccessfully pass the client's pre-employment screening process (Drug Test, Health Screen, Criminal Background Check, Personality Inventory Assessment)Ability to properly wear an N95 mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines while on-site.Complete healthcare competency assessment and training on defusing assaultive behaviors