Security Officer – UPMC Presby and Kamin Tower Campus

Now hiring for the new Kamin Tower!

At UPMC, our Security Officers are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff all equally alike. As an Officer, you will accomplish this through regular patrols around the grounds, staffing fixed posts, and responding to and resolving problems and/or disputes. Customer service is at the core of this position. To be considered, you must have a valid and current driver’s license.

Schedules within this department rotate and include both weekends and holidays and shifts vary from daylight, afternoon, and night. Additionally, this role is eligible for a $1,500 sign-on bonus with a 2-year commitment to UPMC! We have positions open at Presby and the Kamin Tower. 

Responsibilities:

• Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas.
• Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels as necessary to prevent theft.
• Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary.
• Maintain required certifications and licensing.
• Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists.
• Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue.
• Monitor security, fire, and environmental alarms, respond to alarms and assist when needed.
• Establish a uniformed security presence by patrolling UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to deter criminal activity, document activities, and contact UPMC Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary.
• Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code.
• Conduct patient escorts and stand-by details.
• Complete all mandatory training programs per departmental guidelines.
• Report and document incidents, suspicious activities and hazards.

%3Cp class=%22MsoNormal%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EQualifications%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EHigh School diploma or equivalent preferred.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EHigh level of integrity required for handling sensitive/confidential UPMC information.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EMust possess strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potential combative situations with persons from all walks of life.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPsychological fitness required to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPhysical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EBe able to effectively communicate both orally and in written format.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EGood interpersonal skills; able to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAll applicants will be subject to a thorough background and criminal record check.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EMust be available for all shifts.%3C/strong%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EOfficers are required to wear a bullet proof vest.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EEmployees covered by a collective bargaining agreement should consult the applicable collective bargaining for specific requirements.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ELicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EAct 235 with Firearms OR Act 235 without Firearms - All officers hired without a valid Act 235 must complete the 235 certification within their first 6 months of hire or placement and have process completed within 9 months of hire. Must meet audio and visual standards outlined in Act 235 at time of hire. Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation certification required within 30 days of hire. Valid Driver%27s License. Successfully pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard prior to hire.%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EDriver%27s License%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EUPMC Physical Fitness Standard%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAct 235 with Firearms%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAct 235 without Firearms%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22font-family:Arial;%22%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22font-family:%27Aptos%27,sans-serif;font-size:11.0pt;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22line-height:107%;mso-ansi-language:EN-US;mso-ascii-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-bidi-font-family:%27Times New Roman%27;mso-bidi-language:AR-SA;mso-bidi-theme-font:minor-bidi;mso-fareast-font-family:Aptos;mso-fareast-language:EN-US;mso-fareast-theme-font:minor-latin;mso-hansi-theme-font:minor-latin;%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran%3C/strong%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/p%3E

Job Details
Primary Location: USA-PA-Pittsburgh
Work Locations: UPMC Presbyterian, 200 Lothrop Street, 15213
Business Unit: UPMC Presbyterian
Schedule: Regular, Full-Time
Shift: Variable, various 24/7 coverage
Travel: No
Union: No
Salary Range: 19.80, 30.40