Flex Advanced Security Officer

Company: Hss Inc
Location: Springfield
Posted on: May 22, 2023

Job Description:

OverviewOverviewHSS a Tarian company specializes in managed security services in both physical and virtual high-risk environments - keeping the excitement out of security since 1967. We partner and serve with organizations in healthcare, aviation, schools, and other settings where safety and security are top of mind. With nearly 3,500 highly knowledgeable security and support staff, HSS protects its partners and communities through healthcare technology management, integrated security services solutions, and an ingrained ability to assess and de-escalate situations in physical security. More information about HSS can be found at hss-us.com.*The schedule of paid holidays may vary by location.Compensation: *To Be Completed or Removed by Recruiting*POSITION SUMMARYProvides direct security and related public services. Responsibilities ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILTIES

• Provides a visible deterrence to crime, prohibited activities, or suspicious activities in public and non-public areas which may include but are not limited to areas such as the main building, outlying buildings, grounds, parking areas, stairways, tunnels, mechanical areas, or patient treatment areas.
• Responds quickly and effectively to emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Verbally intervenes during crisis. This includes the functional ability to quickly grasp various situations, develop rapport with individuals who may be showing signs of emotional, verbal or physical aggression, and to be supportive or directive as necessary and appropriate.
• Physically intervenes during crises. This includes the functional ability to physically restrain people who may be physically larger and heavier while making all possible efforts not to inflict injury, requiring retention of trained knowledge under stress as well as the ability to meet significant physical demands. It includes the ability to continue to request or direct compliance from people while they are being restrained.
• Escorts persons and assists client personnel.
• Is constantly alert and vigilant for activities which could result in injury to a person or damage to or loss of property.
• Writes accurate, clear, and legible reports.
• Maintains a positive working relationship with co-workers, client staff members and other client vendors.
• Maintains a functional knowledge of a facility and where applicable of multiple facilities.
• Enforces and abides by all policies and guidelines of the client and HSS.
• Performs other duties at the direction of the Security leader and/or any other recognized leadership personnel.
• Safely handle and maintain firearm that meets HSS guidelines.
• Apply HSS' Use of Force Policy appropriately.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned. QualificationsQUALIFICATIONS
  • High school diploma or equivalency required. Prefer college degree in criminal justice or security discipline or successful completion of police academy or experience in one of the following areas:
    • Military Police
    • Correctional Officer
    • Law Enforcement
    • Healthcare Security Officer with HSS
    • Prefer previous experience working with the public in a service setting
    • IAHSS Basic Officer, Advanced Officer and Supervisor Certifications preferred or must be completed within 1 year of assignment
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable jurisdictional security license(s) or certifications and/or client/contract specific licenses or certifications
    • Ability to complete all training and pass all competency tasks in the allotted time period to include, but not limited to, TEAM training, Basic TASER training, HSS and client new employee orientation and security procedures and policies
    • Valid driver's license and ability to meet HSS' driving guidelines if applicable
    • Ability to work, interact and communicate effectively with diverse people including HSS employees, client employee, patients, visitors, physicians, the public or client vendors
    • Ability to comprehend and execute written or verbal instructions
    • Ability to read, write, speak and comprehend English language proficiently
    • Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
    • Proficient in basic computer skills such as MS Word, Excel and email with the ability to learn other programs such as security incident management software and/or client specific software
    • Maintain regular attendance in accordance with HSS' attendance policy
    • Excellent customer service skills and genuine desire to assist people and provide protection
    • Must be able to obtain and maintain any applicable jurisdictional armed security license(s) or certifications and/or client/contract specific licenses or certifications
    • Ability to meet the requirements of a psychological screening assessment conducted by a licensed psychologist -TASER QUALIFICATIONS (required for all Advanced Security Officer positions)
      • Ability to meet qualification standards when initially placed in a TASER position and annually thereafter
      • Ability to obtain and maintain any applicable local or state license or permit to carry a TASER
      • Ability to participate in and pass additional TASER training at the discretion of the TASER instructor and/or HSS
      • Ability to demonstrate a working knowledge of the HSS Conducted Energy Weapon (TASER), HSS Taser Policy PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT This is a full-time position. Work hours will vary depending on client schedules, project deadlines, and the needs of the company. - Workweeks may exceed 40 hours. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Environment may be fast paced and stressful. - - - While performing the duties of this job, the employee will spend approximately 75% of the time sitting and will walk or sit 25% of the time; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; occasionally the employee will stoop, kneel, or crouch. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move objects up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. - Frequently engages in mental concentration, analysis, and formulation. -HSS is a drug free environment.HSS job descriptions are meant as summarization's only. They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position.

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