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Center For Digestive Health

Security Officer - Security - Days

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: South Hill, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 days ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/2/2026

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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.

$38,002 / year median in Virginia

+4% projected growth

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Job Description

Day Shift 6a 6:00p plus one half day. Every other weekend required. Must have valid driver's license with minimum of 1+ driving point The Security Officer provides security services to VCUHS by courteously assisting staff, visitors and patients; enforcing rules and regulations of the hospitals; projecting a positive image; and promoting a safe healthcare environment. The Security Officer conveys an image of professionalism, behaving in a way that is conducive to good hospital and community relations. This is an unarmed, non-sworn security position. Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for

Hire:

N/A Licensure, Certification, or Registration Requirements for continued employment: N/A Experience

REQUIRED

Previous knowledge of security and/or law enforcement measures and techniques at a level generally acquired during 6 to 12 months of on-the-job training and orientation in such techniques or college curriculum in Administration of Justice Experience

PREFERRED

One (1) year of security, public safety or law enforcement work experience Education/training

REQUIRED

High School Diploma or equivalent Education/training

PREFERRED

Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field Independent action(s) required: De-escalates agitated patients, both individually and as a member of a team. Prevent potentially risky and/or violent situations. Supervisory responsibilities (if applicable): N/A Additional position requirements: Ability to work all shifts including weekends and holidays and extended hours based on schedule and organizational needs. Some Security Officer roles may require valid Virginia Driver's License and acceptable driving record that reflects safe and lawful motor vehicle operation Age Specific groups served: Pediatric, Adolescence, Adult, Geriatric Physical Requirements (includes use of assistance devices as appropriate): Physical - Lifting 20-50 lbs.

Activities:

Prolonged standing, Prolonged sitting, Frequent bending, Walking (distance), Climbing (steps, ladder, other)

Mental/Sensory:

Strong recall, Reasoning, Problem solving, Hearing, Speak clearly, Write legibly, Reading, Logical thinking

Emotional:

Fast pace environment, Able to handle multiple priorities, Noisy environment, Able to adapt to frequent change Days EEO Employer/Disabled/Protected Veteran