Security Officer - POLICE & SECURITY

Kettering Health • Hamilton, OH

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and property by patrolling facilities, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control procedures. This role supports patient care and operational reliability by preventing and responding to safety and security incidents in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, military, or a related field.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• If assigned to law enforcement duties, must possess current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree or higher in criminal justice, security management, or a related field.
• Experience in a healthcare security setting.
• International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic or Advanced certification.
• Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.

Responsibilities

• Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and property by patrolling facilities, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control procedures.
• Supports patient care and operational reliability by preventing and responding to safety and security incidents in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Carries out all job responsibilities in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

What This Job Offers

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