First Lieutenant

Job Summary

To coordinate and supervise shift operation of Medical Center security personnel maintaining reasonable levels of service for benefit of Medical Center patients, visitors and staff. Performs all other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Direct activities and subordinates on security shift to ensure effective functioning of the department. Ensure appropriate staffing levels and adhere to budgetary constraints. 
• Responsible for written and verbal reports of assigned shift to ensure accurate and complete communication. 
• Collaborate with and assist Director and Manager to provide continuity of service to Medical Center. 
• Responsible for maintaining reasonable levels of safety and security for Medical Center patients, visitors, staff and others during assigned shift. 
• Maintain annual certifications. 
• Responsible for being prompt and reliable for reporting to work on time, attending education sessions. 

Specifications

Experience

Minimum Required

• 5 years Legal - Law Enforcement Required or 5 years Security Required and 3 years General-Supervisor Required.

Education

Minimum Required

• High School Diploma Required. Completion Law Enforcement Course Required. Completion Criminal Justice Required, or Completion Private Security Curriculum Required.

Special Skills

Minimum Required

• Must be in good physical condition, able to drive motorized vehicle with manual transmission and to operate 2-wheel vehicle. Ability to motivate and guide their team towards achieving annual goals. Ability to drive individual team members accountability.

Licensure

Minimum Required

• License/Certification/Registries (valid for the State of MS): Driver's License Required. License Eligible for Weapons Permit and Must Maintain During Employment Required. Eligible for A Surety Bond and Must Maintain During Employment Required. OC or Pepper Spray Certification Required, or Willingness to Obtain Required.

Preferred/Desired

• Class D Commercial License Preferred. Taser Certification preferred.