Hospital Security Officer - Downtown Campus - 1st shift at University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa

Job Description:

The University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics Downtown Campus department of Security is seeking a Hospital Security Officer. Safety & Security Officers provide the highest quality of public safety to protect life and property. Officers perform security services, including electronic surveillance, and patrol of the campus. Enforce policy & procedures and coordinate response to various potential problems and emergencies for patients, employees, and visitors, Work with the Environment of Care committee, help establish a safe environment of care to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach to security and safety. Participates in employee awareness and education.

University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown (located at 500 E. Market Street, Iowa City, IA) is a 194-bed hospital that became part of Iowa's only comprehensive academic health system on Jan. 31, 2024.

• Conducts investigations of incidents. Prepares clear and accurate reports.
• Enforces hospital regulations, guidelines and policies as needed.
  
• Responds to routine and emergency calls for service.
  
• Patrol areas as assigned to ensure personal, building and equipment security.
  
• Performs inspections as assigned. These inspections may include fire extinguishers, emergency lights, exit light, sprinkler flow and tampers, conducting of fire drills and hazard surveillance.
  
• Prepares daily reports of shift activity. Provides written communication as needed to other safety & security officers.
  
• Provides emergency response as requested or needed. Emergency response may include disasters, fire, tornado, duress alarms, hazardous materials decontamination, infant abductions, bomb threat, non-violent crisis intervention, aggressive patients, guests, or visitors.
  
• Provides information and assistance to patients, visitors, and employees.
  
• Provides escort service, lockouts, jump starts as requested.
  
• Provides traffic control and enforcement measures on all Mercy owned or operated property.
  
• Receives property found in hospital, inventories, and properly enters into lost and found system.
  
• Transfers deposits between the hospital and financial institutions to maintain security of funds.
  
• Basic understanding of key management programming.
  

Percent of Time: 100%,


Schedule: M-F 7am -3pm



Benefits Highlights:

• Regular salaried position located in Iowa City, Iowa
• Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
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MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:


1. Two years' experience in security and safety, or fire safety, or law enforcement; or

• One year of post-high school education related to security and safety and one year of experience in security and safety; or
• Two years of post-high school education related to security and safety.

2. Possession of appropriate driver's license and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards.

3. Ability to obtain basic certification from International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) within 6 months of hire and maintain certification for duration of employment


Desirable Requirements

• Two years of customer service experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office computer software applications (i.e. Word, PowerPoint, Excel, etc)
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

Application Process: In order to be considered, applicants must upload a resume (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position. Job openings are posted for a minimum of 10 calendar days. Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization. With additional questions, please reach out to bailey-tinkler@uiowa.edu



Applicant Resource Center -


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Our Applicant Resource Center is now open in the Fountain Lobby at the Main Hospital.


Hours:

Tuesdays & Thursdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Or by appointment

Contact TAHealthCareSupport@healthcare.uiowa.edu to schedule a time to visit.


Additional Information

• Classification Title: Hospital Security Officer
• Appointment Type: Merit
• Schedule: Full-time
• Work Modality Options: On Campus

Compensation

• Pay Level: 8

Contact Information

• Organization: Healthcare
• Contact Name: Emilio Villagrana
• Contact Email: emilio-villagrana@uiowa.edu

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