Lead Security Officer

Park Nicollet Health Services; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

HealthPartners is seeking a Security Officer Lead to provide on-site leadership for security operations and oversee daily activities across the site. The role emphasizes safeguarding patients, visitors, staff, and property within a health care setting.

The Lead will coordinate responses to incidents, ensure policy adherence, and serve as the primary liaison between security leadership and front-line teams, reinforcing standards and care values in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum: High School Diploma, 2+ years in HealthPartners Security or equivalent.
• A two-year degree in a relevant field is required.
• A relevant certification is required.
• Equivalent experience in healthcare security, public safety, or emergency response.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct operational leadership for site-level Security Operations.
• Coordinate daily work and lead responses to major incidents.
• Ensure adherence to security policies and procedures.
• Serve as onsite leader when multiple officers are present.
• Act as communication link between Security Leadership and frontline staff.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team coordination

Policy adherence

Healthcare security

Education

High School Diploma

Two-year degree

Security certification

IAHSS Advanced Certification

Tools

Driver's license

Security certifications

Job description

Job Description

Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Security Officer Lead to join our team. Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.

Position Summary

The Security Officer Lead provides direct operational leadership for site-level Security Operations and performs all duties of a Senior Security Officer with expanded leadership responsibilities. This role assigns and coordinates daily work, leads responses to major incidents, ensures adherence to policies and procedures, and serves as the onsite leader when multiple officers are present. Lead Officers act as a critical communication link between Security Leadership and frontline staff, reinforcing expectations, operational priorities, and professional standards. This position emphasizes HealthPartners values of excellence, integrity, compassion, and partnership while supporting a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, colleagues, and property.

Work Schedule

FTE 1.0, 40 hours per week, 12‑hour shifts (0600 to 1800) rotating on a two‑week schedule. 80.5 hours every two weeks and every other weekend.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• At least two (2) years of experience working in HealthPartners Security
• A two‑year degree in a relevant field
• A relevant certification
• Equivalent experience in healthcare security, public safety, or emergency response

Licensure / Registration / Certification

• Valid, unrestricted driver’s license
• IAHSS Advanced Certification (or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supervising or coordinating teams
• Experience in training program delivery
• Knowledge of Joint Commission and Environmental of Care Standards

About Us

At HealthPartners we believe in the power of good – good deeds and good people working together. As part of our team, you’ll find an inclusive environment that encourages new ways of thinking, celebrates differences, and recognizes hard work. We’re a nonprofit, integrated health care organization, providing health insurance in six states and high‑quality care at more than 90 locations, including hospitals and clinics in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We bring together research and education through HealthPartners Institute, training medical professionals across the region and conducting innovative research that improves lives around the world. At HealthPartners, everyone is welcome, included and valued. We’re working together to increase diversity and inclusion in our workplace, advance health equity in care and coverage, and partner with the community as advocates for change.

Benefits Designed To Support Your Total Health

As a HealthPartners colleague, we’re committed to nurturing your diverse talents, valuing your dedication, and supporting your work‑life balance. We offer a comprehensive range of benefits to support every aspect of your life, including health, time off, retirement planning, and continuous learning opportunities. Our goal is to help you thrive physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially, so you can continue delivering exceptional care. Join us in our mission to improve the health and well‑being of our patients, members, and communities.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, or basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.