Security Officer - First, Second, Third Shifts
UW HealthAbout the role
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, 40 hours per week position. Multiple shifts available. Day (7AM - 3PM), Evening (3PM - 11PM), or Night (11PM - 7AM). Rotating days off, rotating weekend and rotating holidays are required. Schedules are completed 6 months at a time. Hours may vary based on the needs of the department.
Pay:
- Overtime
- Weekend, evening & night shift differential
- For evening hours - after 3:00 pm you will earn an additional $3.00/hr.
- For night hours - after 11:00 pm you will earn an additional $4.00/hr.
- On Saturday and Sunday, you will earn an additional $3.25/hr.
Be part of something remarkable
Play a critical role in keeping patients, visitors and staff safe at the #1 hospital in Wisconsin.
We are seeking a Security Officer early in their career or with experience to:
- Patrol hospital grounds and assist visitors with directions and act as the first responder to emergencies and disturbances.
- Interact with law enforcement, patients, visitors and staff about security or safety issues.
- Properly document daily activities and write detailed and at times lengthy incident reports using computer software programs.
- Monitor and operate access control systems, security camera systems, intercoms, two-way radios, telephones, and alarm systems.
At UW Health, you will have:
- An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off and retirement plans.
- Access to UW Health’s Wellness Options at Work that support employee/family well-being.
- Tuition reimbursement - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.
Education:
- Minimum - High School Diploma or equivalent.
- Preferred - Associate Degree or progress towards a degree in criminal justice field or a Bachelor’s Degree in any other field of study.
Work Experience:
- Minimum - One (1) year relevant experience or appropriate preferred education requirements.
- Preferred - Experience in healthcare security, corporate security, or law enforcement.
Licenses and Certifications:
- Minimum - Valid Driver’s License and completion of IAHSS Basic Certification within six months of hire (employer paid).
- Ability to be insured by Hospital’s risk management insurer which requires (1) a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License, (2) successfully passing a driving background check (3) must be 21 years of age.
University Hospital in Madison is a Magnet®-designated facility that’s ranked Wisconsin’s #1 hospital and considered one of the nation's leading hospitals, teaching institutions and referral centers.
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