Hospital Security Officer — Day Shift (Unarmed)

VCU Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

VCU Health is seeking a Security Officer to provide security services to staff, visitors and patients, enforce hospital rules, and project a professional image that supports a safe healthcare environment.

This unarmed, non-sworn role requires high school diploma, 6–12 months of security training or related education, and preferred experience in public safety; candidates must be able to work all shifts including weekends and holidays.

Qualifications

• 6–12 months of on-the-job security training or related college coursework in Administration of Justice.
• One year of security/public safety experience preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide security services to staff, visitors and patients.
• Enforce hospital rules and regulations.
• Project a professional image and promote a safe healthcare environment.
• De-escalate agitated individuals and act as part of the security team.
• Respond to safety issues and incidents.

Skills

De-escalation

Public safety awareness

Security procedures

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Associates Degree in Criminal Justice or related field

Job description

VCU Health is seeking a Security Officer to provide security services to staff, visitors and patients, enforce hospital rules, and project a professional image that supports a safe healthcare environment.

This unarmed, non-sworn role requires high school diploma, 6–12 months of security training or related education, and preferred experience in public safety; candidates must be able to work all shifts including weekends and holidays.