Job Details

Security Officer

Job Summary: With limited supervision from the Security Captain, the Security Officer is responsible for the security and protection of patients, visitors, personnel, and hospital assets at the Alaska Regional Hospital contract. Security Officers work a rotational shift schedule, consisting of 1 week on / 1 week off (7 days/week) 12-hour days.

Required Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Two (2) years of law enforcement, military or security experience
• Able to proficiently speak, read, understand and write English
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record
• Note: A resume must be attached to complete your online application

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous experience in hospital security
• Certified in use of handcuffs
• Certified in first aid, CPR and AED
• Qualified to obtain Unarmed Security Officer (State of Alaska)

Essential Functions:

• Respond to medical emergencies, alarms, and other security related occurrences
• Perform walking patrols of ARH property as directed
• Control access to facilities and enforce visiting procedures within scope of authority
• Perform patient watches
• Conduct security surveillance on ARH property
• Warn violators of safety and security rules, and restrain persons engaging in hostile or criminal acts
• Perform arrest if necessary, using handcuffs
• Gather information in investigations by interviewing and obtaining statements
• Conduct visual surveillance for extended period of time
• Exercise sound judgment in determining appropriate action when there is reasonable suspicion to detain
• Ability to work in a constant state of alertness in a safe manner

Denali Universal Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.