Security Officer

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.

FTE: .9 Shift: Day Schedule: 12 hr shifts

Position Summary

The Security Officer is a key position on our Security Services team. In this role, you provide protection over MultiCare Health System properties and facilities. You will own the responsibility for the security and safety of MultiCare patients, employees, and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Conduct general security in the protection of people and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations.

• Deter criminal activity and misconduct utilizing tactical techniques.

• Utilize Management of Aggressive Behavior skills both verbally and physically as required.

• Apply the concepts of Awareness, Vigilance, Avoidance, Defense, and Escape to effectively protect and serve facility campus.

• Utilize weapons detection devices to monitor patients/visitors and ensuring the removal of contraband from facility.

• Apply appropriate techniques with assistive devices when engaging with combative/aggressive individuals.

• Effectively operate/leverage required security equipment and tools.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

• Current Washington or Idaho state driver’s license (driving is not required for this position at Navos Hospital).

• IAHSS basic certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date.

• Minimum six (6) months of experience in police, military, or security, preferable in a health care setting.

• Proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MultiCare Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state. (Not required at Navos Hospital)

• BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire.

• First Aid training within 30 days of hire.

About Capital Medical Center

MultiCare Capital Medical Center is a 107-bed community hospital providing award-winning care to Olympia and surrounding communities. Recognized for excellence in patient safety, the hospital offers more than 20 specialties including emergency services, surgical care and a dedicated birth center — all delivered with compassion and integrity.

About the Olympia Community

As Washington’s capital, Olympia combines historic charm with natural beauty along southern Puget Sound. A stable workforce and well-supported schools complement a thriving downtown with eclectic shopping, dining and cultural experiences. Residents enjoy over 40 parks and trails, saltwater beaches and forested landscapes — perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $24.83 - $35.71 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.