Security Officer

Your future role at a glance

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

Schedule: Rotating | Full-Time

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Respond to potential security threats immediately to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Manage and document safety incidents to ensure all hazards are identified and resolved.
• Lead emergency preparedness drills to ensure the entire team is ready for any crisis.
• Support visitors and staff with clear information and assistance to promote a secure campus.
• Patrol campus grounds to enforce safety protocols and ensure accessible parking for all.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Security Guard preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Equal employment opportunity employer


Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

• Respond to potential security threats immediately to maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Manage and document safety incidents to ensure all hazards are identified and resolved.
• Lead emergency preparedness drills to ensure the entire team is ready for any crisis.
• Support visitors and staff with clear information and assistance to promote a secure campus.
• Patrol campus grounds to enforce safety protocols and ensure accessible parking for all.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Security Guard preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
  • Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.