What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at Physicians Regional North?
Job Summary
The Security Officer is responsible for the safety and security of all employees, visitors, vendors, critical infrastructure, and building grounds at the facility assigned.
Essential Functions
- Patrols the premises, monitors security cameras and alarm systems and inspects buildings and equipment.
- Verifies the identity of people entering the building, and using access control systems to ensure only authorized people are allowed in the building.
- Provides help and guidance to employees and visitors.
- Responds to alarm and emergent situations by assessing the situation and determining the appropriate response.
- Writes reports about any incidents, security breaches or disturbances that occur.
- Provides first aid or CPR during medical emergencies until professional medical assistance arrives.
- Responsible for locking and unlocking offices, departments or buildings as needed.
- Questions unauthorized people and escort them from the building.
- Upholds company policies, security protocols and legal regulations.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
- H.S. Diploma or GED required
- 2-4 years work Experience in Law Enforcement, Military, physical or corporate security, and/or a combination of the three. required
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to perform walking patrols on the premises and other CHS buildings as necessary.
- Ability to utilize Security camera and access control systems.
- Ability to reason, establish facts and work through situations with uncooperative individuals.
- Postures a professional working attitude at all times.
- Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet information and other basic computer applications.
- Ability to secure and protect sensitive information.
- Ability and skill to respond and take necessary action related to emergencies.
Licenses and Certifications
- Firearm License Must be licensed by the State of Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance Protective Services as a Armed Security Officer before date of hire. required