Armed Public Safety Officer - Hospital Security

Advocate Health Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care's Illinois Masonic Medical Center (IMMC) in Chicago's North Side seeks a Public Safety Officer I - Armed for full-time 2nd/3rd shift. Two 12-hour (7pm–7:30am) and two 8-hour (3pm–11:30pm) shifts supported by a patient‑centered security team.

The role covers patrols, safety audits, incident documentation, de-escalation, and collaboration with law enforcement, with an armed posture requiring proper licensure and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Typically 1 year of security/public safety experience.
• Armed status and related licensure/certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Provide security with a professional customer-service approach.
• Patrol interior and exterior; identify hazards and monitor visitors.
• Respond to violence, emergencies, and service calls.
• De-escalate situations and use force if necessary.
• Coordinate with law enforcement and complete incident reports.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

De-escalation

Calm under pressure

Verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

TASER

Radio equipment

Job description

Advocate Health Care's Illinois Masonic Medical Center (IMMC) in Chicago's North Side seeks a Public Safety Officer I - Armed for full-time 2nd/3rd shift. Two 12-hour (7pm–7:30am) and two 8-hour (3pm–11:30pm) shifts supported by a patient‑centered security team.

The role covers patrols, safety audits, incident documentation, de-escalation, and collaboration with law enforcement, with an armed posture requiring proper licensure and ongoing training.