Sr. Security Officer - Full time

Adventist Health Columbia Gorge is seeking a dedicated and experienced Senior Security Officer to join our team in a full-time (36 hours/week) role. This position offers 12-hour variable shifts and requires a flexible individual willing to accommodate changing schedules based on facility needs. The Senior Security Officer plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of our patients, staff, and visitors by monitoring facilities, responding to incidents, and supporting emergency procedures. Candidates must bring a strong background in security, excellent communication skills, and the ability to remain calm and professional under pressure. Join us in making a difference in a mission-driven healthcare environment.

In the heart of The Dalles, Oregon, Adventist Health Columbia Gorge has served the Columbia River Gorge community since 1901. We are comprised of a 49-bed hospital, various medical offices, home health, a birthing center and a vast scope of services located throughout The Dalles and the surrounding areas. The Dalles is known for its picturesque views of the Columbia River, local charm and delicious downtown restaurants and bakeries. There is something for everyone in this scenic community.

Job Summary:

Maintains a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, employees and staff. Performs patrols, enforces hospital safety and security policies, monitors alarms and closed-circuit television systems and responds to provide assistance in both non-emergency and emergency situations. Trains and mentors junior security officers

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• High School Education/GED or equivalent: Preferred
• Associate’s/Technical Degree or equivalent combination of education/related experience: Preferred
• Two year's security experience: Preferred
• Experience in a healthcare setting: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Security Officer License: Preferred
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) or Basic Life Support (BLS OR HS-BLS OR RQIBLS) certification: Preferred
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention (NCI) certification: Preferred
• Valid Driver’s License (DL) and must be at least 21 years of age or older: Required

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Techniques for Effective Aggression Management (TEAM): Required
• Unarmed or Armed Security Certification from the Dept. of Public Safety and Standards (DPSST) or Temporary Unarmed or Armed Security Certification from the Dept. of Public Safety and Standards (TDPSST): Required

Essential Functions:

• Adheres to and enforces hospital security guidelines in all areas and notifies nursing supervisor of any concerns. Patrols facilities according to defined schedule. Monitors alarms and closed-circuit television systems.
• Protect persons and property which may mean physically guarding and restraining violent/potentially violent people including psychiatric and medical patients and/or unwanted guests. Responds to emergency situations per procedures. Directs visitors to destinations after verifying approval. Documents name in log and provides with badge. Escorts persons, as required.
• Assists in training and mentoring of security officers. Trains and supervises security officers.
• Records detailed, specific and accurate information of events and situations as needed according to hospital policies and procedures. Participates in investigations as needed and maintains records and prepares incident reports and other documents pertinent to security activities daily. Conducts initial investigations appropriately and in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assists in maintaining an inventory of supplies and equipment for use by security officers. Leads completion of duties such as outside lighting checks, general department vehicle maintenance or cleanup, placing parking cones or barriers in parking areas providing traffic control.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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