Hospital Security Specialist (Non-Armed)

UC San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 56,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health seeks a Security Officer to provide protective services across UCSD Health Sciences locations. You will patrol premises, respond to alarms, control access to restricted areas, and manage disruptive individuals while upholding quality service standards.

This role is not a sworn officer; officers have citizen arrest authority only and may work at multiple campuses with varying shifts. Employment is subject to background check and pre-employment physical.

Qualifications

• Two years of security or security-related experience.
• Ability to adhere to dress code and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide protective services to locations, patients, visitors, and staff.
• Patrol UCSD Health Sciences premises and respond to alarms or security incidents.
• Control access to restricted areas and manage disruptive persons.
• Follow scene command during emergencies and report safety hazards.

Skills

Patrol and observation

Access control and security procedures

Emergency response and scene manage

Professional communication

Education

California Guard Registration

BART and IAHSS certification within 6 months of hire

Job description

UC San Diego Health seeks a Security Officer to provide protective services across UCSD Health Sciences locations. You will patrol premises, respond to alarms, control access to restricted areas, and manage disruptive individuals while upholding quality service standards.

This role is not a sworn officer; officers have citizen arrest authority only and may work at multiple campuses with varying shifts. Employment is subject to background check and pre-employment physical.