Additional Information About the Role

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Why Join Us?

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

The security division of the Barnes-Jewish Hospital Department of Public Safety concentrates on the safety and security of patients, visitors, and staff within the hospital and on campus. The department provides field officers, Bike and mobile patrol, investigators, and a communication unit for monitoring alarm systems and dispatching officers to service and emergency calls. All officers are required to complete annual training that focuses on health care security.

Preferred Qualifications

Role Purpose

The Armed Security Officer provides continuous patrols of the Barnes Jewish Hospital / St. Louis Children's Hospital / Washington University Medical Campus, within St. Louis City, being attentive and alert to the safety and welfare of visitors, patients, volunteers, staff, employee, and hospital property. Interacts with the residents and visitors to St. Louis City as well as communicates with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department.

Responsibilities

Individuals must be 21 years or older to work in this position.

Responds to an array of emergency and non-emergency situations within the Barnes Jewish Hospital / St. Louis Childrens Hospital and Washington University Medical Campus, in St. Louis City, according to approved, established Department protocol.

Prevent losses and damage by reporting irregularities, information violators of policy and procedures.

Mitigates crisis situations, such as responding to disturbances, fires, crimes against persons and property. Maintains the organization's stability and reputation by complying with legal requirements and interacting with the St. Louis Metropolitan Police Department as necessary.

Complete reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures.

Secures the premises and personnel; monitor surveillance equipment; inspect buildings; equipment and access points; permitting entry into Barnes Jewish Hospital / St. Louis Childrens Hospital / Washington University Medical Complex by continuous patrols.

BJC has determined this is a safety-sensitive position. The ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner is an essential function of this job.

Minimum Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

No Experience

Supervisor Experience

No Experience

Licenses & Certifications

Valid Driver's License

Preferred Requirements

Education

Associate's Degree

Experience

<2 years

Licenses & Certifications

ASP Baton Certification

CPR/AED Instructor Cert

Nonviolent Crisis Intervention

PPCT

Armed Security Officers Licnse

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social and financial well-being.

Comprehensive medical, dental, vison, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
401(k) plan with BJC match
Tuition Assistance available on first day
BJC Institute for Learning and Development
Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays and personal time
Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer