HOSPITAL SECURITY OFFICER III (Lieutenant)

NON - UNION LOCATION: STROGER HOSPITAL - SECURITY - SHIFT: 10:45 P.M TO 6:45 A.M Job Title Hospital Lieutenant Department Security Job Summary The Hospital Lieutenant serves as Watch Commander in the Field Services Division. Responsible for watch operations and the supervision, direction and coordination of Public Safety Officers I & II. Promotes and maintains security and protection programs for Cook County Health Hospital (CCH) grounds and the entire campus. Typical Duties • Schedules personnel to provide adequate staffing on respective watches, including relief supervisors. • Prepares written requests through the chain of command for on-the-job training programs for line personnel in all aspects of hospital security, law enforcement and fire extinguishment. This includes responses to medical emergencies with the appropriate equipment and vehicle(s). Requests will be driven by State mandated training needs as well as identified needs by a member's supervisors, Hospital and Department policies incompliance with existing guidelines, or other communications. • Responsible for ensuring the safety, security, and issuance of all weapons and radios with batteries, weapons and radios at the start of the watch and signs in equipment returned by officers going off duty. • Assists Department Head in establishing and setting goals for employee performance. • Completes paperwork for site surveys, government agencies, and daily operations' documentation. • Conducts final review of all written communications, reports and other documents for accuracy and completeness, before signing acknowledging approval, when the watch commander's signature is required. • Contacts and observes each subordinate working on the watch daily. Documents the contact or observation on the Supervisor's Management Log in accordance with existing department policy. • Contributes to team effort, by ensuring all reports, functions and other responsibilities on the watch are conducted, and they are performed in a timely manner. • Responsible for the day-to-day operation of their assigned watch. • When functioning as a relief watch commander, provide the designated watch commander with an update on the actions during their absence. • Incidental or regular contact with visitors, vendors, staff and tenants occupying space at Cook County Health. Minimum Qualifications • Completion of Basic Supervisory Training course, and when available attend a certified training facility. • Must possess a current valid Illinois Driver's License, Firearms Owner Identification card and Certification in Basic Training Course for Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) • Good physical condition required to withstand extensive walking, standing, occasional physical exertion, and exposure to frequent stressful situations. May be required to work weekends and holidays, other shifts as assigned by the Chief of Police, will also be cross trained with other supervisors in the Field Services Division. Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other Characteristics • Knowledge of police and fire management techniques, Illinois Criminal Code and Procedures, County Ordinances. • Knowledge of all Hospital and Department policies and procedures and Labor agreements between the County and OFH for Public Safety Department, Field Services Division personnel. • Experience and knowledge of police and fire management techniques, Illinois Criminal Code and Procedures, County Ordinances, laws regarding fire safety in health care facilities and a working knowledge of firefighting techniques. • Ability to supervise and coordinate activities of subordinates, as well as the ability to make sound judgments relating to police and fire emergencies and general hospital security situations that may arise during his or her tour of duty. Physical and Environmental Demands This position is functioning within a healthcare environment. The incumbent is responsible for adherence to all hospital and department specific safety requirements. This includes but is not limited to the following policies and procedures: complying with Personal Protective Equipment requirements, hand washing and sanitizing practices, complying with department specific engineering and work practice controls and any other work area safety precautions as specified by hospital wide policy and departmental procedures. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the personnel so classified. For purposes of the American with Disabilities Act, “Typical Duties” are essential job functions. BENEFITS PACKAGE • Medical, Dental, and Vision Coverage • Basic Term Life Insurance • Pension Plan • Deferred Compensation Program • Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Time • You may also qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF) • 100% Tuition Reimbursement for nursing-related programs VETERAN PREFERENCE PLEASE READ When applying for employment with the Cook County Health & Hospitals System, preference is given to honorably discharged Veterans who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States for not less than 6 months of continuous service To take advantage of this preference a Veteranmust: • Meet the minimum qualifications for the position. • Identify self as a Veteran on the employment application by answering yes to the question by answering yes to the question, “Are you a Military Veteran?” • Attach a copy of theirDD 214, DD 215 or NGB 22(Notice of Separation at time of application filing. Please note: If you have multiple DD214s, 215s, or NGB 22S, Please submit the one with the latest date. Coast Guard must submit a certified copy of the military separation from either the Department of Transportation (Before 9/11) or the Department of Homeland Security (After 9/11).Discharge papers must list and Honorable Discharge Status. Discharge papers not listing an Honorable Discharge Status are not acceptable OR A copy of avalid State ID Card or Driver’s Licensewhich identifies the holder of the ID as a Veteran, may also be attached to the application at time of filing. If items are not attached, you will not be eligible for Veteran Preference VETERANS MUST PROVIDE ORIGINAL APPLICABLE DISCHARGE PAPERS OR APPLICABLE STATE ID CARD OR DRIVER’S LICENSE AT TIME OF INTERVIEW. MUST MEET ALL REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF APPLICATION FILING. “Degrees awarded outside of the United States with the exception of those awarded in one of the United States’ territories and Canada muse be credentialed by an approved U.S. credential evaluation service belongings to the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators (AICE). Original credentialing documents must be presented at time of interview”. • Please note all offers of Employment are contingent upon the following conditions: satisfactory professional & employment references, healthcare and criminal background checks, appropriate licensure/certifications and the successful completion of a physical and pre-employment drug screen. *CCHHS isstrictlyprohibitedfromconditioning,basingorknowinglyprejudicingoraffectinganyterm oraspectofCountyemploymentorhiringuponorbecauseofanypoliticalreasonorfactor. COOK COUNTY HEALTH AND HOSPITALS SYSTEM IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.