Associate Security Officer

HealthPartners; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners is seeking an Associate Security Officer at Methodist Hospital to provide a welcoming, customer-focused presence at entrances and public areas. You will monitor surveillance and access control, manage lobby traffic, and assist during emergencies with professional communication and de-escalation techniques.

This role emphasizes HealthPartners values—excellence, integrity, compassion, and partnership—and requires collaboration with Security Officers to protect patients, visitors,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 1 year of customer service or related experience.
• One year of post-secondary education.
• Valid, unrestricted driver's license (if required by site).

Responsibilities

• Assess and secure entry points.
• Monitor video surveillance and weapon detection systems.
• Control access points and verify IDs.
• Manage lobby and vehicle traffic to ensure a welcoming experience.
• Maintain a professional presence in public areas.
• Mitigate disruptions using de-escalation strategies.
• Conduct exterior patrols and report safety findings.
• Observe and report suspicious behavior or policy violations.
• Complete incident reports in a timely manner.
• Assist Security Officers during emergencies.
• Provide directions and assistance to visitors.
• Collaborate with departments to support large groups.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal communication

De-escalation techniques

Security technology

Observation & reporting

Professionalism

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Post-secondary education (1 year)

Tools

Video surveillance systems

Weapon detection systems

Access control systems

Job description

Park Nicollet is hiring an Associate Security Officer at Methodist Hospital. The Security Associate provides a welcoming, customer focused presence at facility entrances and public areas. This role is responsible for weapon screening, access control, lobby management, and supporting routine security operations. Security Associates proactively identify disruptions, provide directions and assistance, and collaborate with Security Officers during emergencies. This position emphasizes professionalism, strong communication, and consistent demonstration of HealthPartners values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and partnership.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination

• High School Diploma or equivalent AND
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience in customer service, patient care, guest services, mental health care, or any role requiring de-escalation OR
• One (1) year of post-secondary education

Licensure / Registration / Certification

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license (if required by site)

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong customer service and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to remain calm and professional during stressful situations
• Ability to use de-escalation strategies to mitigate disruptive behavior
• Ability to learn and operate security technology including video surveillance and weapon detection systems
• Ability to observe, document, and communicate safety concerns

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education, Experience or Equivalent Combination:

• Experience in a healthcare or public safety environment
• Experience with access control or security screening systems
• Training in de-escalation or crisis intervention

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

1. (80%) – Entry Point & Facility Security

• Assess and secure internal and external entry points.
• Monitor video surveillance, weapon detection systems, and other security technologies.
• Control access points and verify ID badges.
• Manage lobby and vehicle traffic to ensure an efficient, welcoming experience.
• Maintain a professional presence in public areas.
• Proactively mitigate disruptions using customer service and de-escalation strategies.
• Conduct proactive exterior patrols and report suspicious or safety related findings.

2. (10%) – Reporting & Incident Response

• Observe and report suspicious behavior, safety concerns, or policy violations.
• Complete accurate and timely incident reports.
• Assist Security Officers during emergencies.
• Provide general directions and assistance to visitors.
• Collaborate with Guest Services and Patient Care to support large family groups.

3. (10%) – Lobby Support & Customer Service

• Maintain clean, organized, hazard-free lobby areas.
• Build positive relationships with hospital departments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

*Job description rankings/percentages are intended to reflect normal averages over an extended period of time, and are subject to daily variances. Quality and efficiency standards should at no time be compromised to meet the average expectations expressed above. Job descriptions are subject to change to accommodate organization or department needs.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS:

Values

All colleagues are expected to live our values:

Excellence:We strive for the best results and always look for ways to improve.

Compassion:We care and show empathy and respect for each person.

Partnership:We are strongest when we work together and with those we serve.

Integrity:We are open and honest, and we keep our commitments.

Additional Expectations

• Complies with safety instructions, observes safe work practices, provides input on safety issues, and promotes a safe work environment.
• Maintains regular and timely attendance.
• Protects confidentiality.
• Demonstrate participation in and support of the organization's Corporate Integrity Program by participating in compliance-related education and training and complying with the organization's policies and procedures.
• Timely completion of all mandatory education and organizational requirements (i.e., licensure/certification, Employee Health and Wellness requirements, annual training, etc.).