Healthcare Security & Safety Specialist

Aurora Health Care; Cudahy (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Health Care seeks a dedicated Security Officer to provide patient-centered security services in a hospital setting. You will uphold safety policies, assist patients and staff, and maintain a calm, professional presence on site.

The role includes patrolling, responding to incidents, de-escalation, and coordination with law enforcement as needed. Strong EI, communication, and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Typically 4+ years of experience in security, public safety, or a related role.
• Strong emotional intelligence with empathetic and compassionate responses.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services with professionalism, fairness, and compassion.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor; enforce safety rules.
• Conduct interior and exterior patrols to identify hazards and ensure safety.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents, de-escalate threats, and assist with evacuations.
• Collaborate with medical staff and law enforcement as needed.
• Train and mentor officers; maintain training records and compliance.

Skills

Emotional intelligence

De-escalation

Calm under pressure

Team collaboration

Verbal & written communication

Incident assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Web navigation / database entry

Job description

Aurora Health Care seeks a dedicated Security Officer to provide patient-centered security services in a hospital setting. You will uphold safety policies, assist patients and staff, and maintain a calm, professional presence on site.

The role includes patrolling, responding to incidents, de-escalation, and coordination with law enforcement as needed. Strong EI, communication, and teamwork are essential.