With limited supervision from the Security Captain, the Security Sergeant is responsible for supervision of security personnel assigned to the Alaska Regional Hospital (ARH) contract, and for the security and protection of patients, visitors, personnel, and hospital assets at the ARH contract. This position is rotational, working a one week on / one week off schedule.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Able to proficiently speak, read, understand and write English
• Previous experience in hospital security
• Two (2) years of law enforcement, military or security experience
• 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
• Willingness to perform other duties as required
• Willingness to work at various locations as required

BENEFITS

Full-time regular employees have the opportunity to enroll in health insurance, life insurance, 401k Retirement Plan and short term disability insurance, and are provided access to our employee assistance program. Benefits are effective on the date of hire.

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