Job Abstract

Job Overview:

The RWJBH Security Sergeant supervises the Security team. They will work closely with Management and Administration to ensure a cohesive and professional environment for all patients, visitors, and staff with a blend of vigilance and compassionate service.

Qualifications:

Required:

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Certification Licensure
• 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.
• Proficiency in keyboarding/data entry and experience with Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred:

• A minimum of one (1) year of customer service, security experience, or prior military service preferred.
• 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

• 7:00am—3:30pm
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

• Supervisors officers. Maintains a safe and secure environment. Assist with patrol, and makes reliefs.
• Address officer problems and makes recommendations to correct them.
• Assists with post reliefs.
• Checks all paperwork to ensure that all is properly completed.
• Covers shift when needed.
• Demonstrates willingness to be flexible with unplanned assignments, as necessary.
• Directs the workforce accordingly.
• Ensures that all officers know their post assignments.
• Ensures that all posts are properly manned.
• Gives a written report to immediate supervisor informing them of the day’s event.
• Inspects officers for neatness, cleanliness and overall appearance.
• mains with all phases of the operation.
• Patrols all areas of the Medical Center to ensure that all is secure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Provides assistance with training.
• Responds to unusual situations, takes charge of any irregularities.
• Submits work orders for any safety, engineering or housekeeping problems and follows up to determine if completed.
• Updates all Supervisors and Operations Officers on any
• Works closely with Administration.
• 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 - Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer