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Lead Security OfficerStanford Health Care • Palo Alto, CA, US
Lead Security Officer

Lead Security Officer

Stanford Health Care • Palo Alto, CA, US
26 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Lead Security Officer

The Lead Security Officer assists in ensuring medical center safety and security during assigned shifts and during emergency situations. Conducts safety inspections, responds to code designated incidents and other emergencies. The Lead Security Officer writes comprehensive reports detailing causes, actions and responses and is also responsible for investigating crimes and other incidents and submits related reports and recommendations. Performs dispatch duties when necessary. The Lead Security Officers handles sensitive tasks, is expected to lead officers and to display leadership abilities.

Locations : Stanford Health Care

The Lead Security Officer will :

  • Adhere to all Joint Commission Requirements and Service Standards of the Hospital(s)
  • Conduct safety inspections and respond to incidents and emergencies
  • Ensure medical center safety and security during shifts and emergencies
  • Investigate crimes and submit related reports and recommendations
  • Assign Security Officer Duties and represent Security interests in operational discussions
  • Serve as backup to shift supervisor and provide field leadership
  • Focus on investigations and provide backup to officers and management
  • Act as a formal field support leader in training and compliance

Education Qualifications :

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent

    • Experience Qualifications :

  • Five (5) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience
  • Successfully pass the following training within the first six months of hire : De-escalation, CPI, Patient rights and holding, Psychiatric Security Training, Handcuffing

    • Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities :

  • Ability to adapt to change and ambiguity
  • Ability to generate ideas and coordinate administrative solutions
  • Ability to observe, recall, read and understand laws and policies
  • Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines
  • Ability to relate to others in a calm, tactful and courteous manner
  • Ability to solve problems and identify solutions
  • Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job
  • Ability to work in a fast paced work environment
  • Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization
  • Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
  • Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements
  • Knowledge of police / law enforcement procedures and techniques

    • Licenses and Certifications :

  • CADL - California Drivers License - Valid And In State required
  • SGRC - Security Guard Registration Card required within 90 Days or
  • PPSO - California Proprietary Private Security Officer License required within 90 Days

    • Physical Demands and Work Conditions :

  • Category II - Tasks that involve NO exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues, but employment may require performing unplanned Category I tasks

    • These principles apply to ALL employees : SHC Commitment to Providing an Exceptional Patient & Family Experience

  • Know Me : Anticipate my needs and status to deliver effective care
  • Show Me the Way : Guide and prompt my actions to arrive at better outcomes and better health
  • Coordinate for Me : Own the complexity of my care through coordination

    • Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and / or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

    Base Pay Scale : Generally starting at $32.56 - $36.66 per hour

    The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.

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