Armed Campus Security Officer - Patient & Staff Safety

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Security Officer to patrol the campus and protect patients, staff, and visitors. You will respond to incidents, enforce hospital policies, and maintain a professional appearance while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include coordinating with local authorities when needed, documenting incidents, and controlling parking areas. The role requires attention to safety, reliability, and adherence to facility policies

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in security, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• High school diploma or higher; equivalent education acceptable.
• First aid/CPR, de-escalation, restraints, and firearms training/licensing.
• CIT training and Taser certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrols the campus to deter crime and address safety hazards.
• Provides customer service to patients, visitors, and staff while following security procedures.
• Responds to calls for disruptive behavior, disturbances, combative patients, and alarms.
• Enforces hospital policy; enforces state/local laws to protect people and property on campus.
• Submits reports promptly and professionally.
• Performs escorts for money transfers and secures patient valuables as requested.
• Controls parking and directs traffic to emergency parking areas.
• Carries out regular and random patrols around the facility.

Skills

Basic computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baptist Memorial Health Care Corporation is seeking a Security Officer to patrol the campus and protect patients, staff, and visitors. You will respond to incidents, enforce hospital policies, and maintain a professional appearance while delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities include coordinating with local authorities when needed, documenting incidents, and controlling parking areas. The role requires attention to safety, reliability, and adherence to facility policies