Armed Security Officer

Ascension • Wichita, KS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Armed Security Officer secures the clinical environment at Ascension Via Christi West ER in Wichita, Kansas. The role maintains a highly visible, armed presence to deter violence and responds to life-safety threats. The officer de-escalates high-tension situations, leads coordinated emergency responses during critical incidents, audits safety infrastructure, reports security hazards, and documents incidents to support risk management and regulatory compliance. The position is full-time on the day shift, scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Requirements

• Obtain a Security Guard credential within 6 months (180 days) of hire or job transfer.
• Hold a driver’s license credentialed by the Kansas Department of Motor Vehicles.
• High school diploma equivalency or 1 year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience.
• A minimum of 1–3 years of professional experience in security, military, or law enforcement; healthcare or high-traffic service experience is preferred.

Nice To Haves

• BLS Provider certification; American Heart Association or American Red Cross certification accepted.
• Law enforcement experience or credentials.
• Management of Aggressive Behavior credential from Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc.
• Security Professional credential.
• Healthcare or high-traffic service environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a visible, armed presence to deter violence and provide an immediate response to life-safety threats.
• De-escalate high-tension situations using communication and tactical positioning to help protect patients, visitors, and healthcare providers.
• Lead coordinated facility emergency responses during critical incidents, prioritizing preservation of life.
• Audit safety infrastructure and report security hazards.
• Document critical incidents to support risk management and regulatory compliance.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, with HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), financial planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Pro-rated paid time off and holidays.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.
• Tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through an academic partnership with Wichita State University.

What This Job Offers

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