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Houston Methodist

Public Safety Security Dispatcher

Houston Methodist, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246

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FLSA STATUS Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION

High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)

Associates degree in criminal justice or related field preferred

EXPERIENCE

Five years of police or security related experience of which three years should be police, security or emergency dispatch experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

Must have Security Officer Commissioned or Non-Commissioned License. SECUR-N: submission of application within 14 days of hire date and obtained within one year of employment. SECUR: Level 3 or Personal Protection Officer Level 4 licensure and

DL - Driver License - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Upon hire must have a valid Driver's License. Must obtain a Texas DL within 90 days and

NVCRISIS - Nonviolent Crisis Intervention or Instructor (CPI) - Crisis Prevention Institute

Preferred

BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations

Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles

Must possess strong customer service skills and professionally communicate and interact with staff and visitors

Proficient computer skills, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office software including PowerPoint, Word, Excel and Webmail

Ability to understand and work with technical security systems, hardware and software

Must be able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and function calmly in stressful situations, including handling of, or exposure to confidential/sensitive information

Demonstrates the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system to support the department as appropriate

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Actively communicates and reports pertinent security services information and data in a comprehensive manner.

Responds positively to requests for assistance from customers, employees and visitors, using clear and professional communication to facilitate problem resolution.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Processes requests for service from incoming phone and radio calls, faxes, and printouts by dispatching, coordinating and tracking.

Receives and dispatches security to all emergency alarms. Monitors CCTV, safety, security access and emergency management systems; and coordinates routine and emergency responses.

Completes necessary logs, reports, and documentation of service requests, incidents, and other required information according to established guidelines.

Contacts appropriate management staff for unusual circumstances in a timely manner to maintain a high level of patient safety and satisfaction. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information and informs management of pertinent issues.

Provides assistance for emergency situations, including security rounding.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Monitors, operates, and responds to fire, elevator, and security alarms. Responds to hospital codes, alerts and other emergency situations and takes appropriate action.

Follows all safety rules while on the job. Reports accidents promptly and corrects minor safety hazards.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Uses inventory and resources effectively and efficiently, does not waste supplies.

Effectively manages expenses associated with outsourcing dispatching services, as needed.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual process improvements for the Public Safety/Security department.

Generates and communicates new ideas and suggestions that improve quality or services within the department.

Implements actions that promote a workplace safety culture and proactively prevents workplace violence.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform: Yes

Scrubs: No

Business professional: No

Other (department approved): No

ON-CALL* Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* No

TRAVEL** Travel specifications may vary by department

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes

May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

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