Campus & Hospital Security Officer – 24/7 Response

Jefferson Health; Abington Township (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Jefferson Health Abington Memorial Hospital is seeking a Safety and Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. The role involves patrolling campuses, responding to calls, and preventing unauthorized access.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, PA ACT 235 certification within 90 days, and a valid driver’s license. Training will cover incident reporting, badge checks, and emergency response across rotating shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required; PA ACT 235 certification within 90 days.
• Prior security, police or military experience is preferred in campus/hospital environments.
• Valid driver’s license may be required for certain Jefferson locations.

Responsibilities

• Perform security patrols at fixed posts or on patrols, and monitor for violations or hazards.
• Respond promptly to calls for service and emergencies; notify supervisor as needed.
• Verify identification badges and escort unauthorized persons from campus as necessary.
• Assist employees, students, patients, and visitors with directions and information.
• Maintain daily security logs and document incidents for follow-up.
• Support parking operations and safety teams as assigned.

Skills

Patrol duties

Emergency response

Conflict resolution

Interpersonal communication

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma

ACT 235 Certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Email client

Job description

Jefferson Health Abington Memorial Hospital is seeking a Safety and Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff and visitors. The role involves patrolling campuses, responding to calls, and preventing unauthorized access.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma, PA ACT 235 certification within 90 days, and a valid driver’s license. Training will cover incident reporting, badge checks, and emergency response across rotating shifts.