Healthcare Security Officer, Day Shift

National Jewish Health; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 34,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Paid time off

Retirement savings (403b)

Job summary

National Jewish Health is seeking a Protective Services Security Officer for the day shift to ensure safety for patients, staff and visitors. The role includes proactive patrols, access control, emergency response and customer service in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring SOC, de-escalation, incident documentation, and safe escort services, with a strong emphasis on professionalism and uniformed presence.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Minimum of 4 years of security experience in healthcare, corporate, or institutional setting.
• Prior military or law enforcement experience strongly preferred.
• Verifiable history of sound judgment under pressure and professional conduct.

Responsibilities

• Conduct proactive patrol of hospital grounds, buildings, and parking areas.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate safety risks to staff, patients, and visitors.
• Apply verbal de-escalation techniques to manage conflicts.
• Operate and monitor Security Operations Center (SOC) and surveillance systems.
• Accurately document incidents and security observations per policy.
• Provide safe escort services for staff, patients, and visitors.

Skills

Patrol operations

Access control

Incident response

Written documentation

De-escalation techniques

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Surveillance systems

Access control platforms

TASER / Conducted Energy Device

Job description

National Jewish Health is seeking a Protective Services Security Officer for the day shift to ensure safety for patients, staff and visitors. The role includes proactive patrols, access control, emergency response and customer service in a hospital environment.

Responsibilities include monitoring SOC, de-escalation, incident documentation, and safe escort services, with a strong emphasis on professionalism and uniformed presence.