What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer - Casual position at IRMC?
In this role you will be:
- Perform all duties of the Safety & Security Officer, including patrols, lock/unlock schedules, parking lot surveillance, internal code response, vehicle assistance, and morgue release coordination.
- Carry and responsibly operate firearm, taser, baton, and handcuffs in accordance with IRMC policy and Pennsylvania law.
- Exercise rational decision-making and sound judgment in all security operations, especially during high-risk or rapidly evolving situations.
- Respond to violent, combative, or potentially dangerous individuals using approved de-escalation and use-of-force protocols.
- Provide armed support during critical incidents, including threats to staff, active violence, or law enforcement emergencies.
- Assist law enforcement with investigations, evidence preservation, and secure scene management.
- Maintain weapons proficiency, complete required firearms training, and participate in regular skills validation.
- Conduct campus-wide investigations involving accidents, thefts, suspicious activity, or safety hazards.
- Prepare detailed incident reports and documentation related to armed interventions or elevated-risk events.
- Support emergency preparedness, disaster response, and critical incident management.
- Promote professional, respectful, and customer-focused interactions at all times.
OTHER DUTIES
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
- EDUCATION: High school graduate or GED equivalent
- EXPERIENCE: Previous safety/security experience preferred; armed security or law enforcement experience strongly preferred
- LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:
- Valid PA driver’s license
- PA ACT 235 or PA ACT 120 (with PA ACT 235 waiver)
- BLS required or obtained within 1 month of hire