RWJBarnabas Health is hiring: Security Officer in Livingston

Overview

Job Title: Security Officer

Location: Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, 94 Old Short Hills Road, Livingston, NJ 07039

Department: Security

Req #: 48051

Status: Full-Time (Hourly)

Shift: 4pm to 12am

Pay Range: $19.71 - $23.68 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered will depend on factors including the candidate\'s education, skills, and experience.

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. You will be part of a team that represents the Organization using a positive attitude when on duty in all interactions. The officer balances the demands of security protocols with understanding and respect for those in the healthcare setting. This role upholds our commitment to safety, customer service, and supportive care embodied by our mission to compassionately protect and help the people, property, and quality of our health system, together.

Qualifications

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Possession of a 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 preferred
• Proficiency in keyboarding/data entry and experience with Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong command over verbal and written communication
• Bilingual language skills to effectively communicate with a multilingual community preferred but not required (e.g., Spanish, Portuguese, Polish depending on facility needs)

Scheduling Requirements

• Full Time

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 may change at any time with or without notice

Benefits and Perks

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Our Total Wellbeing offerings include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through partner programs (e.g., NJ Devils, NJPAC, Verizon)
• Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.