Security Officer

dartmouth-hitchcock· Service
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📍 Lebanon, NH, USFULL TIME

About this role

Overview

Friday - Tuesday, 7:00am - 3:00pm. 

DH benefits start the first day of employment. 

 

Responsible for the safety and well-being of patients, visitors, staff, facilities and hospital property

Responsibilities

  • Patrols all areas of their assigned facility looking for illegal/inappropriate activity and security/safety concerns. Proactively provides information, assistance and guidance to patients, visitors, and staff.
  • Conducts internal and external rounds/patrols to ensure the safety and security of the facility, property, and occupants.
  • Responds to, and investigates security incidents. Ensures all incidents and activities are appropriately documented and recorded.
  • Assists nursing units, clinical care areas, and other departments with uncooperative, combative or violent patients and visitors. Effectively de-escalates situations and uses the appropriate AVADE techniques.
  • Provides patient watch activities to prevent elopement or injury to self/others.
  • At the direction of the medical staff, applies restraints. Contacts local law enforcement as situation warrants.
  • Deals with custody disputes and/or domestic disturbances occurring on campus.
  • Conducts patient and visitor searches when required and conducts room and belonging searching as needed.
  • Responds to emergencies and code calls. Performs CPR, to include the use of AED’s. For medical incidents outside the building, contacts the local fire department for ambulance response.
  • Monitors all parking lots for compliance with facility parking regulations. Tickets unauthorized parked cars. Observe and follow up on safety hazards in parking areas. Provide vehicle assistance services.
  • Enforces company policies as directed by a supervisor.
  • Assists with parking space and utilization. Rearranges parking barricades to meet organizational needs and special events. Assists parking officers with parking control and assistance.
  • Assists DHART with helicopter arrivals and departures. Releases deceased patients and accepts incoming deceased patients.
  • Completes all required/requested forms, reports and documents.
  • Completes assigned secondary duties
  • Responds to duress alarms, calls for service, and other emergency situations.
  • Performs other duties as required or assigned.

    • Qualifications

    • High school graduate required.
    • Two years of related experience preferred.
    • Direct security experience highly preferred.

    Required Licensure/Certifications

    • Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record required in accordance with D-H’s Driver Disqualifications Guidelines.
    • Must maintain Taser, Handcuff, and Pepper Gel certification.
    • Must complete all required training and pass minimal physical requirements within 90 days from date of hire and as required thereafter.
    • Must obtain IAHSS Basic Security Officer Certification within 6 months of hire.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Is the salary disclosed for the Security Officer position at dartmouth-hitchcock?
    The salary for this Security Officer role at dartmouth-hitchcock is not publicly listed. Click "Apply Now" to learn more about the compensation package on their official careers page.
    Where is the Security Officer position at dartmouth-hitchcock located?
    This Security Officer role at dartmouth-hitchcock is based in Lebanon, NH, US. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
    Is the Security Officer role at dartmouth-hitchcock full-time or part-time?
    This is listed as a FULL TIME position. It is posted as a Security Officer role in the Service department at dartmouth-hitchcock.
    Which team or department does the Security Officer at dartmouth-hitchcock belong to?
    This Security Officer position is part of the Service department at dartmouth-hitchcock. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
    How do I apply for the Security Officer position at dartmouth-hitchcock?
    Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to dartmouth-hitchcock's official application portal hosted on icims where you can submit your application directly.
    When was the Security Officer job at dartmouth-hitchcock posted?
    This Security Officer position at dartmouth-hitchcock was posted on May 11, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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