Work for One of the World's Best Hospitals!

For Five Consecutive Years, Newsweek named Southcoast Health among the World's Best Hospitals (Charlton Memorial, St. Luke's, and Tobey). In addition, Southcoast Health was voted by readers as South Coast Media Group's Best Place to Work in 2019 and 2020. Why? Because we have some of the most talented people in the world!

We are searching for a Public Safety Officer II to perform all duties and responsibilities related to the day-to-day protection and security of Southcoast Health System (SHS) and Southcoast Hospitals Group (SHG) assets and information as well as the safety of all persons on hospital/SHS property. The incumbent Officer proactively guards against fire, theft, vandalism and unauthorized entry to SHG grounds and/or buildings while controlling access points. This position could have additional responsibilities assigned at the direction of department leadership. They will be cross-trained and eligible to work at other SHG locations as needed.

• Hours: Per Diem
• Shift: Flexible shifts and hours
• Location: St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, MA
• Travel: Driving on average 3 or more times per week required

Education and/or Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent required, associate's degree preferred.
• Prior military, security, corrections or police experience a plus.
• State Special Police Officer (SSPO) designation obtained after completion of an approved Reserve Intermittent or Full Time Police Academy certified by the Massachusetts Municipal Police Training Committee (MPTC) or New Bedford Special Police Officer designation
• Completion of approved annual course training/competency or completion of Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer
• At least 6-8 months' experience as a Public Safety Officer I at Southcoast Health
• In accepting employment with Southcoast, you understand that you are required to be fully vaccinated against seasonal Influenza and the COVID 19 virus or to be exempt from the requirement for medical or personal reasons by signing a statement certifying you are choosing to be exempt from vaccination once hired

Southcoast Health is a community healthcare system with multiple access points, offering an integrated continuum of health services throughout Southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island. By uniting a single purpose and building an integrated system of services and resources, we have become one of the largest and fastest-growing health systems in Massachusetts.

Together We Are More.

• With more than 7,500 employees, Southcoast Health is the largest employer in Southeastern Mass., and the 18th largest employer in the Commonwealth, according to the Boston Business Journal.
• We strive for a culture of health and well-being that recognizes, respects, and celebrates the rich diversity of one another and the communities we serve.

We are committed to providing our employees in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with optimal benefits that promote a healthy work/life balance and add value to our employees' lives.

• Generous Earned Time Off Package**
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance*
• Tuition Assistance**
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance*
• Life & AD&D insurance*
• Flexible Spending Accounts*
• 403B Retirement Plan with match
• HealthQuest Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Career Development Opportunities
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Council

*Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 24 hours.

**Available to regular status employees who are scheduled to work a minimum of 20 hours.

Are you ready to make a difference in your community? Join us to be More than medicine!

Southcoast Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer