About Us

At Cooper University Health Care, our commitment to providing extraordinary health care begins with our team. Our extraordinary professionals are continuously discovering clinical innovations and enhanced access to the most up-to-date facilities, equipment, technologies and research protocols. We have a commitment to our employees to provide competitive rates and compensation programs. Cooper offers full and part-time employees a comprehensive benefits program, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, and retirement. We also provide attractive working conditions and opportunities for career growth through professional development.

Discover why Cooper University Health Care is the employer of choice in South Jersey.

Short Description

Ensure a safe environment for patients, visitors and employees as well as protect and preserve property interests of Cooper University Health Care through security post coverage, monitoring entrances, responding to alarms and requests for security assistance, fire watch responsibilities, parking enforcement, providing escorts when requested, investigating and reporting suspicious activity, and patrolling the interior and exterior of the property. Implement safety and security measures during Medical Assistance response, including BRRT response, overdose, and de-escalate violent patient/visitor interactions. Provide weapons detection by use of walk-through metal detector, hand wands, and package x-ray machine where applicable. Customer service is a core value of the Security Services Department, while inaction or a lack of attentiveness is strictly prohibited.

Experience Required

1–3 years security, law enforcement, or customer service related experience preferred.

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

License/Certification Requirements

Workplace Violence Prevention Certification, Narcan Administration, and Stop the Bleed training required within 6 months in position.
Must have a valid driver’s license. Motor vehicle record must meet CUHC standard criteria to be permitted to drive CUHC vehicles.
Current SORA (Security Officer Registration Act) Certification preferred.
IAHSS Security BASIC Certification preferred.
Current NJ-CPRCertification (Cardiopulmonary resuscitation) required within 6 months in position.

Special Requirements

Must possess excellent communication skills.

Salary Min ($)

USD $16.50

Salary Max ($)

USD $25.00

Security Officer