Security Officer - SMH Loading Dock
UCLA Health
- Santa Monica, CA
- $21.82-28.24 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Possess and maintain current certification: Guard Card, D.O.J. Chemical Agent, CPR, driver's license and BLS Certification (American Heart Association or Red Cross). * Ability to clearly and concisely express ideas using appropriate vocabulary and spelling. * Ability to complete continual training classes as required. (Training provided) * Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with Primary & Specialty Care employees, Management, Security Management, Local Law Enforcement and surrounding community. * Ability to independently resolve issues working within set policies and procedures. * Ability to know and use available resources in order to solve problems. * Ability to operate security related equipment and general office equipment. * Ability to recognize the importance of dealing diplomatically with the public, and the importance of a good public appearance. * Ability to relay information, either in writing or verbally, in a professional manner. * Ability to see aspects of public relations in all facets of the job and the ability to understand the effects of actions on the entire organization. * Demonstrated ability to assess problematic or emergency situations and plan / execute an appropriate solution based on established guidelines or policies. * Knowledge and understanding of all Security Program operational policies and guidelines. * Knowledge of applicable geography in order to expedite calls and to be an effective information source. * Knowledge of penal and radio codes and language used in radio communications. * Physical ability to handle various intervention incidents, including patient restraints and violent subjects. * Physically able to perform sustained foot patrols, prolonged standing, lifting patients, and physically restrain patients or prisoners as necessary. * Visual and hearing ability to detect and report unusual circumstances quickly and accurately. * Working knowledge of security practices, protocols and techniques.