Safety Security Officer II

Legacy Health; Gresham (OR); On-site; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Legacy Health is seeking a Safety Security Officer II to protect facilities, equipment, and assets while ensuring a safe environment for patients, employees, and visitors. You will be a knowledgeable, approachable resource and build trust across the Legacy Health community.

The role emphasizes incident prevention, effective communication, and thorough reporting, with required certifications and ongoing training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field preferred.
• Minimum two years prior Corrections, Military, First Responder (law enforcement, fire services, EMS), Behavioral Health/ER technician, or related Security experience; or, one year of Legacy Health Associate Security Officer experience.
• Minimum two years experience with heavy public contact and an emphasis on customer service.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and security of patients, employees, visitors, and physicians within the boundaries of Legacy Health.
• Provides assistance to customers, patients, and staff as an informational and support resource.
• Safeguards all Legacy Health property, including buildings, equipment, and other physical assets.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Driving record acceptable

Report writing

Attention to detail

Keyboard navigation

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field preferred

Job description

Overview

Patients, employees, and visitors at Legacy Health rely on a safe and secure environment to support the delivery of exceptional care - and you play a critical role in making that possible. As a Safety Security Officer II, you represent Legacy's commitment to safety by protecting our facilities, equipment, and assets. Customers will look to you as a knowledgeable and approachable resource, and you'll have the opportunity to build trust and meaningful relationships throughout the Legacy Health community.

Responsibilities

• Ensures the safety and security of patients, employees, visitors, and physicians within the boundaries of Legacy Health.

• Provides assistance to customers, patients, and staff as an informational and support resource.

• Safeguards all Legacy Health property, including buildings, equipment, and other physical assets.

Qualifications

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate's degree in criminal justice or related field preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum two years prior Corrections, Military, First Responder (law enforcement, fire services, EMS), Behavioral Health/ER technician, or related Security experience; or, one year of Legacy Health Associate Security Officer experience.

• Minimum two years experience with heavy public contact and an emphasis on customer service.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain a satisfactory driving record.
• Ability to use computer programs and write legible and grammatically correct reports.
• Ability to pay attention to detail and remain aware of current surroundings.
• Keyboard skills and ability to navigate electronic systems applicable to job functions.

Licensure

• Current valid applicable state driver's license and a driving record that meets insurance carrier requirements.
• Healthcare Provider BLS certification from the American Heart Association required within 14 days of placement.
• Successful completion of Legacy's approved de-escalation training certification within 120 days of the first day of placement within the department and then recertification as defined by the course.
• Successful completion of Legacy Health's Safety and Security's physical control program.
• DPSST (Department of Public Safety Standards and Training) unarmed professional temporary certification (PS 20) or current DPSST unarmed professional certification required within 14 days of placement. The DPSST unarmed professional certification must be obtained within 120 days of the first day of placement in the department.

Pay Range

USD $24.60 - USD $35.17 /Hr.

Our Commitment to Health and Equal Opportunity

Our Legacy is good for health for Our People, Our Patients, Our Communities, Our World. Above all, we will do the right thing.

Legacy Health is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits unlawful discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion or creed, citizenship status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.