The posting
Pay Range:
Pay Range:$26.06 - $36.08
To provide a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors and staff at the hospital and other assigned facilities. Direct the day-to-day operations of the Juneau Security team.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
- Direct the on-site security personnel in daily activities.
- Assist the Security Manager with department scheduling and duty assignments.
- Support after-hour requests as needed.
- Assist the Security Manager in training of new hires, assigning Field Training Officers to new hires and documenting competency during training.
- Liaison between SEARHC and local law enforcement
- Under the direction of the Security Manager, supervise and assign inspection, testing and maintenance of security systems to include alarms, cameras and access control systems.
- Perform all duties of a Senior Security Officer
- o Properly document daily activities and incident reports, using computer software programs.
- o Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems.
- o Assign and conduct investigation of incidents; respirator fit testing; hazard surveillance surveys; participation in emergency drills; and public assistance requests.
- o Patrol facility/grounds and assist visitors with directions and act as the first responder to emergencies and disturbances.
- Other Duties as assigned.
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
- Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent
- HSS Instructor Certification.
- Valid Alaska driver’s license.
- IAHSS Basic certification or similar professional certification in security services
The following must be completed after hire:
- IAHSS Basic certification and Advanced certification within 6 months of hire.
- Successful completion of Basic Life Support (BLS) within 3 months of hire.
Experience Required
- 5 years of relevant security-related experience (example: loss prevention, property protection, crisis intervention, first responder).
- Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, military service or law enforcement.
- Experience in operating camera systems and electronic access control systems.
- Experience leading a team in daily activities.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Knowledge of security policies and procedures.
- Ability to lead multiple Security Officers.
- Knowledge of responsibilities in responding to emergencies.
- Ability to relate well with patients, visitors and staff.
- Physical ability to walk rounds, handle violent people.
- Management of aggressive patients/visitors/staff.
- Good judgment in handling risk situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, and other State and Federal agency contacts.
- Skill in conducting security related investigations, corrective action development, and follow-through.
- Advances knowledge of healthcare accreditation and regulatory requirements.
- Maintaining confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.
Required Certifications:
Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Driver License - State of Alaska, HSS Instructor Certification - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety, International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety Certification - International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
