RWJBarnabas Health is hiring: Security Officer in New Brunswick

Overview

Job Title: Security Officer
Location: RWJ New Brunswick (One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901)
Department: Security
Req #: 0000200202
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Evening
Pay Range: $18.50 per hour

Job Overview: The RWJBH Security Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for all patients, visitors, and staff with a blend of vigilance and compassionate service. The officer represents the Organization with a positive attitude on duty, balancing security protocols with understanding and respect in a healthcare setting. This role upholds commitment to safety, customer service, and supportive care to protect people, property, and the health system.

Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Conduct patrols and monitor facilities to maintain a secure environment for healthcare operations, adapting to indoor and outdoor posts as required.
• Provide professional customer service while vigilantly watching for and addressing potential security threats.
• Manage access control systems, perform data entry, and utilize Microsoft Office for incident reporting and administrative tasks.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication abilities to effectively engage with a diverse population.
• Perform weapon screening and enforce facility policies, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
• Respond to emergencies, participating in crisis de-escalation using certified training techniques.
• Other duties as assigned; duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Required:
  High School Diploma or GED; Valid New Jersey Driver's License with eligibility to be covered by RWJBH insurance carrier; Ability to acquire certification for de-escalation training within ninety (90) days of hire.
• Preferred:
  A minimum of one (1) year of customer service, security experience, or prior military service; Proficiency in keyboarding/data entry and Microsoft Office; Strong verbal and written communication; Bilingual skills preferred (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, Polish) depending on facility needs.

Scheduling

• 2:00pm-10:30pm
• Per Diem

Benefits and Perks

• 403(b)
• Discounts Through our Partners
• NJ Devils
• NJ Performing Arts Center
• Verizon
• And many more!

About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality care with a compassionate and equitable approach, while delivering a best-in-class work experience. We aim to create healthier communities and advance strategies in patient care, education, and research.

Equal Opportunity Employer