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UPMC Security Officer in Seneca, Pennsylvania

Are you ready to become a life-changer? Join our UPMC Northwest Security team in Seneca, PA as a full-time Security Officer and be part of a dedicated team focused on maintaining a safe and secure environment for our patients, visitors, and staff. At this time, our schedule supports 4 on, 4 off and 3 on, 3 off to provide work-life balance and flexibility. We offer competitive pay, professional growth opportunities, comprehensive Total Rewards benefits, and a sign-on bonus of up to $1,500. If you’re looking for a rewarding career that makes a real difference, UPMC Northwest is the place to be. Take the next step in your career today and enjoy the benefits of working with a top healthcare provider. Apply now!

In this role, you will have the opportunity to -

  • Patrol UPMC hospitals, buildings, grounds, and adjacent areas to establish a visible security presence and deter criminal activity.

  • Monitor ingress and egress to secured areas by staffing fixed posts and ensuring compliance with access protocols.

  • Provide customer service to patients, families, visitors, and staff by addressing safety concerns and maintaining a secure environment.

  • Inspect incoming and outgoing parcels to prevent theft and ensure proper handling of sensitive materials.

  • Respond to emergencies, disputes, and unusual circumstances, resolving issues effectively and involving law enforcement when necessary.

  • Maintain required certifications and licensing to remain compliant with regulatory standards and department policies.

  • Assist with traffic control, vehicle assistance, and patient escorts to ensure smooth and safe operations throughout UPMC properties.

  • Document incidents, suspicious activities, and hazards accurately in reports, maintaining detailed records for future reference.

Required

  • High level of integrity required for handling sensitive/confidential UPMC information.

  • 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.

Preferred

  • High School diploma or equivalent

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 certification within their first 6 months of hire or placement and have process completed within 9 months of hire.

  • Must meet audio and visual standards outlined in Act 235 at time of hire.

  • Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation certification required within 30 days of hire.

  • Valid Driver's License.

  • Successfully pass UPMC Physical Fitness Standard prior to hire.

CCMC is required within 60 days of hire/transfer

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)

  • Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)

  • Driver's License

  • UPMC Physical Fitness Standard

  • Act 235 with Firearms

  • Act 235 without Firearms

  • Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal

  • Act 33 with renewal

  • Act 34 with renewal

  • Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

  • OAPSA

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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