Job Description
Senior Security Officer
About City of Hope,
City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.
The successful candidate:
Hours: Wed - Sun 2:30pm - 11:00pm
Responsibilities:
Ensuring the safety and security of patients, staff members, volunteers, visitors, students, equipment, supplies and anything else necessary to provide the comprehensive health care that makes up City of Hope.
Respond to any reported or observed acts of physical violence within the hospital and will proactively respond to any overt active threats that present themselves on the premises of the City of Hope.
Document incidents through a report writing process for the following but not limited to, lost and found, alarms, disruptive or unruly patients, caregivers, employees, contractors, vandalism, theft, or any other situation that a written report is needed.
Make rounds throughout the hospital.
Requirements
Military or Law enforcement experience required
Minimum high school diploma or equivalent
Valid Driver’s License
Sound judgment and quick decision-making ability.
Good verbal communications skills
Basic life support card required (CPR /AED) within six months of hire.
Eligibility to carry concealed firearms under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 or obtain the eligibility through the State of Illinois within 90 days of hire.
Maintain current firearms qualification under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004.
Maintain a current Illinois Firearms Owners Identification Card. (Illinois Residents Only)
City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer. To learn more about our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, please click here.
To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, click here:Benefits Information
Salary / Pay Rate Information:
Pay Rate: $17.71 - $27.35 / hour
The estimated pay scale represents the typical [salary/hourly] range City of Hope reasonably expects to pay for this position, with offers determined based on several factors which may include, but not be limited to, the candidate’s experience, expertise, skills, education, job scope, training, internal equity, geography/market, etc. This pay scale is subject to change from time to time.
City of Hope is a community of people characterized by our diversity of thought, background and approach, but tied together by our commitment to care for and cure those with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. The innovation that our diversity produces in the areas of research, treatment, philanthropy and education has made us national leaders in this fight. Our unique and diverse workforce provides us the ability to understand our patients' needs, deliver compassionate care and continue the quest for a cure for life-threatening diseases. At City of Hope, diversity and inclusion is a core value at the heart of our mission. We strive to create an inclusive workplace environment that engages all of our employees and provides them with opportunities to develop and grow, both personally and professionally. Each day brings an opportunity to strengthen our work, leverage our different perspectives and improve our patients’ experiences by learning from others. Diversity and inclusion is about much more than policies and campaigns. It is an integral part of who we are as an institution, how we operate and how we see our future.