Armed Security Officer

St. Elizabeth Healthcare • Fort Thomas, KY

17d

About The Position

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring an Armed Security Officer for its Ft. Thomas Security Team. The position provides a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff while emphasizing professional service and customer relations. The officer should understand the use of deadly physical force and works closely with staff, local law enforcement, and other government agencies. The role includes a third-shift schedule of 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED with applicable Criminal Justice experience, or a bachelor's degree.
• Valid driver's license and insurability by the hospital insurance carrier.
• Successful completion of an accredited police academy firearms course, a state-approved concealed carry firearms course, an approved firearms training program, or related military firearms training.
• Successful completion of a psychological evaluation.
• Successful completion of weapons retention training.
• One of the following: six months of SEH Security Officer 1 experience, current sworn law enforcement officer status, or honorable discharge from the Armed Forces.

Responsibilities

• Direct visitors, patients, and employees to appropriate locations and intervene to prevent and control disturbances.
• Protect, secure, and safeguard all persons on St. Elizabeth Healthcare property.
• Provide way-finding and general assistance to patients and visitors during routine security duties.
• Communicate clearly and courteously, relate effectively to customers, and use appropriate de-escalation techniques in a variety of situations.
• Monitor activity via closed-circuit television and monitor alarm systems that terminate within security.
• Handle radio and telephone communications effectively.
• Complete case reports, maintenance logs, daily data entry, and other necessary documentation professionally.
• Review roll call, emails, and other pertinent information daily.
• Use photographic documentation to supplement written reports when appropriate.
• Successfully complete all mandatory departmental training and complete and maintain additional firearms-related training.
• Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in encounters with patients, families, visitors, and employees.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and comprehensive health coverage within the first 30 days.
• Generous paid time off and flexible work schedules.
• Retirement savings with employer match.
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
• Wellness, mental health, and recognition programs.
• Career advancement through mentorship and internal mobility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time