Armed Security Officer

Exceptional care starts with exceptional people. For us, this is more than a job– it’s a calling. It’s waking up each day, looking for ways to make a difference with a compassionate, inclusive and talented team. Ochsner empowers you to discover your passion, reach your potential, and Pursue Your Purpose. Exceptional care starts with exceptional people and teams. Together we are leading the way. This job follows established procedures and under the supervision of the shift supervisor, provides security for patients, employees, as assigned and in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures.

Enforces company policies and procedures and performs assigned duties that ensure the security of patients, guests, and employees in a courteous and professional manner. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities.

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Education

Required - High School diploma or equivalent Work Experience Required: 1 year Security, law enforcement, or military. Previous experience or is presently, an armed police officer with a Louisiana or Federal Law. Enforcement Agency (reserve status is acceptable) and has had arrest power and been assigned in an active law enforcement capacity. Certifications Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association Completion of Certified Police Officer of Standard Training Policy Academy (state, federal, or military).

Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification or Military Police equivalent Valid Louisiana driver’s license and clean DMV report Crisis Prevention and Intervention (CPI), and firearms training International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Certification to be obtained within 90 days of promotion/hire Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the FTO Program within the first 60 days of employment Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications and keyboard.

Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals. Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of information. Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard. This position is considered Team A Essential Personnel and must report for duty in the event of…

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