Officer II Unarmed

MedStar Health is looking for an Officer I Unarmed to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center!

As an Officer I Unarmed, you will ensure a safe environment for our patients, staff, and visitors. Patrols hospital property responds to calls for assistance, and reports on conditions, objects or persons which may impact the security and/or safety of patients, associates, physicians, visitors, or vendors, and responds according to established policies, procedures, and regulations. Mentors and trains security staff. Assumes charge role as needed. Officers are essential associates in a 24/7 environment and may be required to be flexible with scheduling and work "off-shifts." May obtain and maintain State of Maryland and/or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department Special Police Officer commission to carry out duties associated with crime control and response, designated as an Unarmed Officer, assigned and deployed within the hospital consistent with the limitations of the Unarmed SPO commission from Maryland State Police or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department.

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Primary Duties:

* Immediately responds to emergencies to provide necessary assistance to employees and customers. Conduct designated security patrols throughout the facility as directed. May be required to patrol the hospital campus/grounds via security by foot, motor vehicle or bicycle. Controls access to and inspects packages of those leaving buildings. Reports all safety, security, and law violations. Monitors security and appearance of lobbies, waiting areas, elevators, and entrances.

* Patrols the hospital campus/grounds via security motor vehicle or bicycle. Prepares and submits reports and logs of all incidents, investigations, and activities. Maintains department records, reports, and files. Proficient in and utilizes nonviolent crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques to ensure staff, patients, visitors, and all others remain safe, calm, and respected while onsite.

* Helps with wayfinding, parking, deliveries, and other requested information for the hospital and MedStar affiliates. Responds to security and medical code calls. Investigates incidents and accidents. Gathers information and evidence. Notifies appropriate authorities or superiors and calls for back-up assistance, as necessary.

* Testifies at legal proceedings, hearings, and trials. Collects and secures patient valuables and lost-and-found articles. Monitors camera surveillance and other security technology systems as directed. Responds to circumstances where the exercise of law enforcement authority may be required.

Qualifications:

* High School Diploma or GED.

* 1-2 years related security, corrections, or law enforcement experience.

* 1-2 years of MedStar experience may be substituted for direct law enforcement experience.

* Driver's License - Endorsement P (Passenger) Valid driver's license.

* BLS (Basic Life Support).

* SPO.

This position has a hiring range of $18.33 - $31.61