Security Officer

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Security Officer , you will monitor buildings and grounds on the property to ensure the safety and security of employees, patients, and other visitors.

Every day you will monitor the property by walking and driving around the premises. Your security detail could include guarding facility and unit access points, monitoring surveillance cameras, testing new security technology, and protecting all employees/visitors against acts of violence should they arise.

To be successful in this role, you'll need the ability to remain calm and take action based on the situation, known facts, and understand the position limitations. You are also expected to respond to emergency codes in a timely manner.

Job Requirements

Required

• Six (6) months of related experience in security, healthcare, or related law enforcement/military experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities

• Satisfactory Abstract of Driving Record (Type: Employment Record) must be provided and meet departmental standards

• Candidates must be at least twenty-one (21) years of age, and have a valid Washington State Driver's License with a five (5) year clean driving record, for auto liability coverage through VMFH

• Possession of a valid Washington State driver's license and continued maintenance of a clean driving record with no action pending/taken at any time in response to unsafe driver performance or other legal requirements

• International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic Certification required within six (6) months of date of hire

• Successful completion of organizational-sponsored handcuff training within sixty (60) days of hire and successful re-certification every two (2) years thereafter

• Successful completion of organizational-sponsored CS Gel (pepper spray) training within sixty (60) days of hire and successful re-certification every two (2) years thereafter

• Successful completion of organization-sponsored control shield training within 60 days of hire and successful re-certification every two (2) years thereafter

• Successful completion of VMFH-sponsored Basic Life Support (BLS) training within 60 days of hire and successful re-certification every two (2) years thereafter

Where You'll Work

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person - body, mind, and spirit - in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of health care services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, all grounded in rigorous research and education. Our comprehensive network of 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region reflects our ongoing commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.

Pay Range

$25.25 -$35.67 /hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.