Evening Hospital Security Officer

UW Advancement Careers; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center-Northwest is seeking a Hospital Security Officer within the Department of Public Safety. The role covers patrols across a 44-acre campus, assisting patients and staff, and responding to calls for assistance with professionalism and discretion.

The position emphasizes de-escalation, incident reporting, and collaboration with law enforcement. Evening shifts and 100% FTE are available, with a compensation range tied to hourly pay plus a premium where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver's license required.
• No felony convictions.
• Two years of college in police science or allied field or equivalent security experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain security and safety through inspection of buildings and grounds.
• Provide superior customer service to patients, staff, faculty, and visitors.
• De-escalate tense situations and gain trust to resolve issues.
• Investigate incidents and prepare clear, concise incident reports.
• Patrol interior and exterior areas by foot or vehicle and respond to calls for assistance.
• Detain individuals when directed by appropriate authorities.

Skills

Customer service

De-escalation

Incident reporting

Patrol duties

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Two years college in police science or allied field

Job description

UW Medical Center-Northwest is seeking a Hospital Security Officer within the Department of Public Safety. The role covers patrols across a 44-acre campus, assisting patients and staff, and responding to calls for assistance with professionalism and discretion.

The position emphasizes de-escalation, incident reporting, and collaboration with law enforcement. Evening shifts and 100% FTE are available, with a compensation range tied to hourly pay plus a premium where applicable.