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# Job Summary Guard’s patients, staff and property against fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry by performing the following duties # Job Responsibilities - Other duties may be assigned. - Patrols buildings and grounds within the Network on a routine basis. - Examines doors, windows, offices and equipment to determine they are properly secured. - Communicates policy infractions to customers, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles, and detains persons engaging in suspicious or criminal acts, or escorts off campus. - Provides escorts for customers to their vehicles. - Watches for and reports irregularities such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked and equipment left on. - Conducts safety/security educational programs. - Sounds alarm or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of persons engaged in suspicious or criminal acts. - Records data such as property damage or unusual occurrences. - Monitors parking control and visitation programs. - Determines where a potential security risk exists and the best way to minimize the risk. - Displays competency in the role of Security Officer as evidences in the annual Performance Appraisal following the FHN PRIDE Standards. # Requirements **Education:** High school diploma or general education degree (GED); with one to two years related security or law enforcement experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must also possess a current Illinois driver’s license. **Required Experience:** The employee must demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills. Excellent customer service skills must be continuously demonstrated with all customers. **Complexity of Work:** Populations Served: **While performing this job, the employee may care for patients in the following age groups.** - Infant: 60 years - No responsibility to treat or care for patients.
Salary estimate
$19 – $31/yr
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Skills for this role
CommunicationSecurity
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