Security Officer

Who We Are

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are, not just what you can do. Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is a modern, state-of-the-art 295-bed acute care facility offering an advanced neurosurgery program with Spine Center accreditation, along with a wide range of specialty services.

Where We Are

The City of Somerset blends southern hospitality with abundant recreational opportunities, including a 65,000-acre lake with 1,200 miles of shoreline. Somerset hosts nationally recognized performing and visual arts, concerts, and community events, making it a vibrant place to live and work.

Why Choose Us

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401(k) benefits for full-time employees 
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package 
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness support 
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants 
• Professional development and growth opportunities 
• And much more… 

Position Summary

Provides security services to ensure a safe and secure environment for staff, patients, and visitors.

Essential Functions

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily, with or without reasonable accommodation:

• Perform proactive monitoring and respond promptly to potential or actual security threats 
• Investigate and manage all security incidents and hazards on hospital premises 
• Maintain knowledge of and adhere to policies regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness 
• Facilitate drills and simulations for emergency preparedness 
• Provide assistance and information to staff and visitors to promote safety 

Non-Essential Functions

• Serve both internal staff and external customers, clients, and contractors 
• Handle sensitive and/or confidential information 
• Perform other duties as assigned 

Supervisory Responsibilities

• None 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred 
• Associate’s degree or higher in any discipline preferred 

Experience

• Service in active-duty military, reserves, National Guard, or auxiliary police/cadet programs preferred 
• Minimum of one (1) year of verifiable and successful security experience required 
• Healthcare security experience preferred 
• At least six (6) months of customer interaction experience preferred 

Licenses

• Current, valid driver’s license with a clean driving record 

Skills & Abilities

• Strong critical thinking and decision-making skills 
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision 
• Ability to remain calm and take appropriate action in stressful situations 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general computer skills 
• Effective verbal and written communication in English 

Physical and Mental Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those required to successfully perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed.

• Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods 
• Frequent use of hands for handling equipment and computer tasks 
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl as needed 
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds 
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment 
• Repetitive upper body motion for computer use 

Work Environment and Travel Requirements

• Work is performed in a well-lit, climate-controlled hospital and office setting  
• Exposure to hospital-related risks such as bloodborne pathogens, contagious illnesses, chemicals, and biohazard materials 
• Use of appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) may be required 
• Noise levels are typical of office and hospital environments

EEOC Statement

Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.