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Security Officer I
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What they do
A Security Officer provides security for property at hospitals, hotels, warehouses or office buildings. Monitors entrances and patrols buildings, watches for intruders or vandals; reports building maintenance problems; deals with customers or visitors that create a disturbance in the building.
$38,300 / year median in Pennsylvania
-2% projected decline
Job Description
Job Summary Work Schedule :
Night Shift, hours are, 11pm-7:30am with every other weekend and every other holiday required. Part of the Entrance Screening Division, the Security Officer 1 plays a critical role in maintaining the safety and security of the premises by screening individuals entering the facility. This involves conducting thorough inspections of people, personal items, and vehicles to prevent unauthorized access, ensuring compliance with security protocols, and addressing security concerns promptly and effectively. The officer also monitors surveillance and weapons screening systems, provides wayfinding support and responds to emergencies or suspicious activities.
BENEFITS
Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more! #POTTS Qualifications Education Requirements Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role. High School Diploma
- OR•GED•OR•Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education Experience Relevant experience Certification and Licensure BLS Certification IAHSS Basic Level Certification (CHSO)•Must be obtained within 6 months of hire/placement Current Valid Driver's License Required Skills Accountable for maintaining workplace safety Computer Skills to include use and navigation Customer Service Skills Detail Oriented Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills Good Reasoning Skills Microsoft Office Applications Problem Solving Skills Service Orientation Strong Team Player Overview Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania.
Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.
Qualifications:
Education Requirements Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role. High School Diploma
- OR•GED•OR•Relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education Experience Relevant experience Certification and Licensure BLS Certification IAHSS Basic Level Certification (CHSO)•Must be obtained within 6 months of hire/placement Current Valid Driver's License Required Skills Accountable for maintaining workplace safety Computer Skills to include use and navigation Customer Service Skills Detail Oriented Excellent Communications Skills Excellent Interpersonal Skills Good Reasoning Skills Microsoft Office Applications Problem Solving Skills Service Orientation Strong Team Player