Job Description

The purpose of this role is to train and prepare trainees for a future career as a Security Officer, Armed Officer and/or Security Officer Lead. This program requires a one (1) year commitment.

This position will train with the security Training Program Manager and senior officers. Trainee will assist and support the security team by shadowing during facilities and grounds patrols, assist with welfare and safety of personnel and patients, investigate critical incidents, assists employees, patients and visitors, and collaborate with emergency responses agencies as required. Supports facility safety by securing doors and monitoring parking and traffic control. Use of integrity and honesty while performing security duties are the expectation of the trainee role.

Pay & Benefits:

• Compensation: $20 hourly wage
• Additional Pay: Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs
• Schedule:3 - Full-time, 40 Hours per week, 5X8-hour varied shifts

Shift Differentials Available: $2.00/hr. Weekend- $2.50/hr. Evening - $6.00/hr. Night

About Fairbanks Memorial Hospital

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

Responsibilities

NOTE: The essential functions are intended to describe the general content of and requirements of this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive statement of duties. Specific tasks or responsibilities will be documented as outlined by the incumbent's immediate manager.

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED

Valid Alaska Driver’s License or the ability to obtain a valid Alaska Driver’s License within 90 days of employment. Must be eligible for coverage under the company auto insurance policy. Must present a professional appearance and demeanor at all times and must possess strong verbal communications skills. Must have basic computer skills.

Must successfully complete all required security departmental training, including department specific annual training and mandatory training as assigned.

Must be able to demonstrate the ability to perform physical requirements of the position. Capabilities will be demonstrated through the successful completion of similarly related skills testing. Employees hired on or after January 1, 2022 will need to successfully demonstrate the physical requirements before starting in the role. Employees hired before January 1, 2022 must be able to successfully demonstrate the physical requirements by December 31, 2022. If upon initial evaluation, an employee is unable to successfully demonstrate the physical requirements, there will be a quarterly assessment administered. This physical skills assessment will then be conducted on an annual basis and employees must successfully meet the requirements to remain in role.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

JROTC / ROTC, Police Explorer Program, Security or similar experience.

Interest in law enforcement/security career progression.

Criminal justice classes.