Security Officer

Company: UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center
Location: Williamsport
Posted on: February 11, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description UPMC Williamsport is currently hiring for a full-time Security Officer to join our Safety & Security team. This is an unarmed, variable shift position with rotational weekend & holiday commitments! If you are looking for stability, benefits, and great opportunities we encourage you to apply today and join our team providing Life Changing Medicine! Purpose: Provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and employees. Protects hospital assets and confidential information. Sign-on Bonus! $1,500 sign-on bonus for a two-year commitment! Responsibilities: - Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. - Performs other duties as assigned. - Assist with traffic control and vehicle assists - Complete all mandatory training programs per departmental guidelines - Conduct patient escorts and stand-by details - Establish a uniformed security presence by patrolling UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds and associated areas to deter criminal activity, document activities, and contact UPMC Police Officers or other appropriate law enforcement when necessary. - Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels as necessary to prevent theft - Maintain required certifications and licensing - Monitor security, fire, and environmental alarms, respond to alarms and assist when needed. - Operate UPMC vehicles in accordance with the rules and regulations of the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code - Provides customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff to maintain a safe and secure environment. - Report and document incidents, suspicious activities and hazards - Responds to and resolves problems, disputes and unusual circumstances as necessary. - Staff fixed posts to monitor ingress and egress to secured areas - Transport deceased to morgue/release bodies from morgue - High School diploma or equivalent preferred. - High level of integrity required for handling sensitive/confidential UPMC information. - Must possess strong interpersonal skills, especially the ability to effectively interact, communicate, and diffuse potential combative situations with persons from all walks of life. - Psychological fitness required to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations. - Physical fitness requirements to deal with typical physical demands that require full body motion and physical strength and stamina sufficient to respond to crisis interventions and medical emergencies. - Be able to effectively communicate both orally and in written format. - Good interpersonal skills; able to deal with stress and potentially dangerous conflict situations. - All applicants will be subject to a thorough background and criminal record check. - Must be available for all shifts. - Officers are required to wear a bullet proof vest. - Employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement should consult the applicable collective bargaining for specific requirements. Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: - Act 235 with Firearms OR Act 235 without Firearms - All officers hired without a valid Act 235 must complete the 235 certifications within their first 180 days of employment. - Must meet audio and visual standards outlined in Act 235 at time of hire. - Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation - certification required within 30 days of hire. - Valid Driver's License. - Successfully pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard prior to hire. UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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