Campus & Hospital Security Officer

Jefferson Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Health is seeking a security officer to protect university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors, and assets. The role involves fixed-post and on-patrol duties, responding to service calls, and identifying unauthorized individuals on campus while maintaining daily patrol logs.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, security or related experience is preferred, and some roles may require ACT 235 certification or a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior security, police or military experience preferred.
• PA only: Valid ACT 235 Certification within 90 days of hire.
• Valid driver’s license required to work at certain Jefferson locations.
• Must understand all responsibilities and technology of the 24-hour Security Response Center (SRC).
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and Email.
• Must be able to work all shifts and rotate as needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform security duties at fixed posts or on patrol and conduct rounds.
• Respond to calls for service and notify supervisor of conditions.
• Verify identities and escort unauthorized persons from campus.
• Provide assistance to employees, students, patients, and visitors as incidents occur.
• Assist with campus parking issues and patrol parking lots.
• Support safety teams, including Trauma Team during helicopter landings and fire-related emergencies.
• Assist with training of new security staff as directed.

Skills

Security experience preferred

Conflict resolution

Emergency response

Patrol/escort duties

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Email

Driver's License

Job description

Jefferson Health is seeking a security officer to protect university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors, and assets. The role involves fixed-post and on-patrol duties, responding to service calls, and identifying unauthorized individuals on campus while maintaining daily patrol logs.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, security or related experience is preferred, and some roles may require ACT 235 certification or a valid driver’s license.