Security Officer

Security OfficerVia Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.Life at Ascension: Where Purpose Meets OpportunityAscension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ 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 ThriveComprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA optionsFinancial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insuranceTime to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidaysCareer growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learningEmotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resourcesFamily support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefitsOther benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and moreBenefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process.How You'll Make an Impact in This RoleProactive Surveillance: Conduct continuous monitoring and high-visibility patrols (foot and vehicle) to deter, detect, and respond to potential security threats within the campus.Incident Management: Investigates and documents security breaches, hazardous conditions, and physical altercations, ensuring all incidents are managed according to facility policy.Disaster Response: Maintain expert-level knowledge of emergency codes, alarm systems, and disaster preparedness plans.Public Assistance: Serve as a primary point of contact for visitors and staff, providing information and assistance to promote a culture of safety and service excellence.What Minimum Requirements You'll NeedLicensure / 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.Law Enforcement preferred.Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from the Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc preferred.Security Professional preferred.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.What Additional Preferences We're SeekingSecurity, Law Enforcement, or Military experience preferred.Conflict resolution experience is a plus.Working Schedule: Part Time, 30 hours weekly, Thursday - Saturday 7pm - 5amEqual 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.Fraud prevention notice. Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.E-Verify statement. Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information. Ascension