Security Officer

Department/Unit

Security

Work Shift

Evening (United States of America)

The Security Officer is the main link between AMC Security Services and all people served. In the course of his or her duties, and especially while on patrol, the officer assumes many roles and provides numerous essential services. Security Officers are expected to provide the highest quality of professional service to all "customers" (employees, students, visitors, patients and others). While on patrol, as an "ambassador" for AMC, officers are expected to always present a professional image. This includes being well informed, courteous and promptly taking necessary action.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma (or equivalent) required

Licensure, Certification & Registration

• NYS security guard registration required
• Valid NYS Driver's License required
• Completed 16-hour OJT course is preferred
  
  

Experience

Experience in a hospital environment is desirable

Skills, Knowledge & Abilities

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills are required.
• Must possess good judgement, emotional control, objectivity and sounds decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in emergency situations and when dealing with uncertainty.
• Must possess effective computer knowledge and skills, as well as report writing skills.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position without or with reasonable accommodation.
  
  

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Albany Medical is an equal opportunity employer.

Role

This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and New York State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that:

Access to information is based on a "need to know" and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Med Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.