Armed Security Officer

• Location: Port Saint Joe, FL
• Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital
• Department: Security
• Schedule: Rotating Shift l Full-Time

• Proactively monitor for and respond quickly and professionally to all security threats, incidents, and hazards.
• Conduct investigations, meticulously document incidents, and assist in training staff on the environment of care and emergency management procedures/drills.
• Act as a helpful resource, providing information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote overall safety.
• Perform foot and vehicle patrols, manage traffic and parking enforcement, and report any potential equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain safe and responsible driving practices while operating facility vehicles

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Required Credential(s):
  • Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Law Enforcement obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Security Professional obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
    • Security Guard obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Class D (Unarmed Security License) and Class G License (Armed Security License) issued by the Florida Department of Agriculture obtained within 90 days of hire or transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. *Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Additional Preferences:

• Ability to effectively read, write and type incident reports