Officer II Armed Job Listing at MedStar Medical Group in Washington, DC (Job ID req43015)

Description

Ensures a safe environment for our patients, staff and visitors. Patrols hospital property, responds to calls for assistance, and reports on conditions, objects or persons which may impact the security and/or safety of patients, associates, physicians, visitors, or vendors, and responds according to established policies, procedures and regulations. Security Officers are essential associates in a 24/7 environment and may be required to be flexible with scheduling and work "off-shifts." Must obtain and maintain State of Maryland and/or District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department armed Special Police Officer Commission to carry out duties associated with crime control and response.
Education

• High School Diploma or GED required or
• Associate's degree preferred

• 2 years of Medstar satisfactory performance as a security officer I - armed. required
• Exceptions to the 2-year requirement may be considered based on extensive relevant external armed security officer/prior law enforcement job experience, demonstration of knowledge and proficiency within the medstar environment. required

• DL - Valid State Driver's License in good standing required
• MD Special Police Commission - MDSPC within 180 Days required
• Qualifies to carry firearms within 180 Days required
• Must have 40 hours of initial firearms certification training from a certified police instructor authorized in the appropriate geographic region.
• Must complete in-service training requirement of qualifying weapon twice a year.
• Must successfully complete all MedStar initial training related to violence prevention, de-escalation and crisis prevention intervention.
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.
• IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer (Advanced) preferred

• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to remain calm and thoughtful during a crisis.
• Ability to assist in de-escalating situations with strong emotions and conflict.
• Basic computer skills preferred.