Hospital Security & Crisis Response Officer

Broadlawns Medical Center; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Education Assistance

PTO

Health Insurance

Retirement IPERS

Job summary

Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Public Safety Officer to patrol hospital grounds, protect life and property, and respond to emergencies. You will enforce access control, escort visitors, and support the fire response team while maintaining the dignity of patients.

This 16-hour-per-week role requires calm decision-making, independent work, and ability to handle aggressive situations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Iowa driver's license.
• 1 year of security, behavioral health, or related experience, or a 2- or 4-year degree in a related field.
• Basic Training Certification from IAHSS within six months of hire.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage aggressive individuals when needed.
• Taser and OC Spray training exposure required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol buildings and grounds to prevent fires, theft, assault, or vandalism.
• Escort and assist visitors, patients, and employees to and from parking areas or between buildings.
• Assist motorists on hospital property and maintain secure access control.
• Respond to emergency codes and participate in fire response.
• Complete incident reports with investigatory steps and results.
• Maintain logs and documentation of all activity on tour of duty.
• Conduct interior tours and observers for safety compliance.
• Maintain professionalism with patients and staff, showing dignity at all times.

Skills

Written communication and verbal

Independent work

Crisis management

Calm under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Valid Iowa driver’s license

Tools

Taser training

OC spray training

Job description

Broadlawns Medical Center in Des Moines, IA is seeking a Public Safety Officer to patrol hospital grounds, protect life and property, and respond to emergencies. You will enforce access control, escort visitors, and support the fire response team while maintaining the dignity of patients.

This 16-hour-per-week role requires calm decision-making, independent work, and ability to handle aggressive situations.