Armed Security Officer

BJC HealthCare • Saint Louis, MO

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Armed Security Officer provides continuous patrols of the medical center and remains attentive to the safety and welfare of visitors, patients, volunteers, staff, employees, and hospital property. The security department works to maintain a safe environment throughout the hospital, medical office building, Village North Home, parking lots, and roadways. Officers provide a visible presence to deter problems and are trained to assist with violent people and situations.

The role involves a 12-hour night shift from 5:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m., on a schedule of two days on and two days off, with every other Friday, Saturday, and Sunday off. Candidates must be at least 21 years old. Illinois residents must hold a current FOID card. The selected candidate must be able to attend the September Academy at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, scheduled from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Christian Hospital has served St. Louis and the surrounding metro areas since 1903. Its security team supports safety across the hospital and related facilities. The position offers paid professional academy-style training and opportunities for advancement.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Less than 2 years of experience.
• No supervisor experience required.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Meet applicable government regulations.
• Illinois residents must have a current FOID card to be eligible.
• Must be able to attend the September Academy at St. Louis Children’s Hospital, from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

Nice To Haves

• Associate’s degree in Criminal Justice or a related field.
• ASP Baton Certification.
• CPR/AED certification.
• IAHSS certification.
• Nonviolent Crisis Intervention certification.
• PPCT certification.
• Military experience is welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Respond to emergency situations according to approved, established Security Department protocol.
• Maintain equipment issued and used while performing duties.
• Conduct continuous security patrols of all areas of the medical center.
• Mitigate crisis situations, including code responses, disturbances, fires, and disaster drills or situations.
• Complete required documentation for patrol vehicles and document incident reports.
• Perform public safety and security duties inside and outside the hospital.

Benefits

• PTO available beginning on day one.
• Tuition assistance available beginning on day one.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• Annual 4% BJC automatic retirement contribution.
• Shift differential pay for evenings, midnights, and weekends.
• Paid professional academy-style training.
• Opportunities for advancement.
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available the first day of the month after hire.
• Disability insurance paid for by BJC.
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development.
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Paid Time Off combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time.
• Adoption assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED