• Hospital Security Officer

    University of Washington (Seattle, WA)


    Job Description

    UW Medical Center-Montlake** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Hospital Security Officer.

    WORK SCHEDULE

    + 100% FTE

    + Mondays - Fridays

    + Variable Shift

    DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

    The UW Medicine Department of Public Safety at UW Medical Center-Montlake is a team of certified security professionals dedicated to ensuring a safe environment.  Our services include security patrols, safety escorts, admits, and responding to calls for assistance.

    POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

    + Create safety and security for patients, visitors and staff at the No. 1 Hospital in Seattle and WA State

    + Exceptional benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, etc.

    PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBLIITIES

    + The Security Officer works to maintain security and safety through inspection of buildings and grounds. The successful candidate will possess superior customer service skills, offering support and understanding in dealing with patients, staff, faculty and visitors to the medical center.

    + Tactfully confront individuals and gain their trust for authority, de-escalating anger to bring about satisfactory solutions

    + Investigate incidents and crimes with the aptitude to complete clear, concise and accurate incident reports and other documentation

    + Patrol and inspect interior and exterior of facility, on foot or in a vehicle. Respond promptly and safely to calls for assistance and “code” calls throughout UWMC

    + Evict, hold or detain persons when directed to do so by the appropriate law enforcement agency, clinical or administrative authority

    REQUIREMENTS

    + High school graduation or equivalent

    + Possess a valid driver's license

    + No previous felony convictions

    + Two years full-time college in police science or allied field OR two years of police or campus security experience

    ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER

    UW Medical Center is an acute care academic medical center located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in seven specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

     

    Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

    Pay Range Minimum:

    $56,508.00 annual

    Pay Range Maximum:

    $80,820.00 annual

    Other Compensation:

    -

    Benefits:

    For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

    Shift:

    Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)

     

    Temporary or Regular?

     

    This is a regular position

    FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

    100.00%

    Union/Bargaining Unit:

    SEIU Local 925 Nonsupervisory

     

    About the UW

     

    Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

     

    UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

     

    Our Commitment

     

    The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer (https://hr.uw.edu/eoaa/) . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

     

    To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

     

    Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

     

    University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.