Security Officer - 18338 Waterbury - 4.2 Waterbury, CT Job Details Full-time $19.28 - $29.15 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Free parking Opportunities for advancement Qualifications High school diploma or GED Driver's License Guard Card Full Job Description Waterbury Health is seeking a dedicated and professional Security Officer to join our team. The Security Officer will be responsible for responding to incidents, complaints, and alarms, completing necessary written reports, greeting and assisting employees, visitors, and patients, and patrolling buildings and grounds. Additionally, the Security Officer will direct traffic, enforce parking regulations, and intervene in situations where individuals may pose a danger to themselves or others.

Benefits:

Competitive salary and benefits package. Opportunities for professional development and advancement. Supportive and collaborative work environment. Access to hospital facilities and free parking.

Salary Range:

$19.28 - $29.15 per hour

Incident Response:

Respond promptly to incidents, complaints, and alarms. Complete detailed written reports as necessary.

Assistance and Patrol:

Greet and assist employees, visitors, and patients. Patrol buildings and grounds according to supervisor instructions.

Traffic and Parking Management:

Direct traffic within hospital premises. Enforce parking regulations.

Safety Intervention:

Intervene in situations involving individuals who may be a danger to themselves or others.

Education:

High School Diploma or GED.

Certification and Licensure:

CT State Certified Security Guard. Current CT Driver License.

Preferred Skills:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and handle stressful situations effectively. Attention to detail and ability to write clear and concise reports. Physical capability to perform patrol duties and handle emergency situations.

THE ABOVE DESCRIPTION COVERS THE MOST SIGNIFICANT DUTIES PERFORMED BUT DOES NOT EXCLUDE OTHER OCCASIONAL WORK ASSIGNMENTS NOT MENTIONED, THE INCLUSION OF WHICH WOULD BE IN CONFORMITY WITH THE FACTOR DEGREES ASSIGNED TO THIS JOB.

Waterbury Health considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of, an individual's sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Waterbury Health discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression. The UConn Health Community Network is a not-for-profit organization created to extend UConn Health's mission by partnering with community hospitals and connecting them to its clinical expertise, academic strength, and operational resources. Today, the network is a thriving community‑based system of care serving more than 280,000 residents across the region. It employs over 2,000 professionals and supports a medical staff of roughly 700 clinicians. At its core is Waterbury Hospital, a 347‑bed community teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Connecticut School of Medicine. Alongside Connecticut Children's, the UConn Health Community Network Medical Group, Access Rehab Centers, and its role as a leading partner in the Harold Leever Cancer Center, the network has been shaping the region's healthcare landscape for more than 130 years. And Waterbury Hospital is only the beginning — the network is designed for continued growth, deeper partnerships, and broader regional impact.