Security Agent - Hillcrest - 140665

University of California San Diego; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

UC San Diego Health is seeking a Security Agent for Hillcrest to patrol premises, protect patients, visitors and staff, and respond to alarms. Agents are not sworn officers and are unarmed, with citizen arrest authority only.

Under supervision, the role enforces access control, maintains safety, and coordinates with hospital security operations across Hillcrest and related campuses. Extended deadline for applications is noted; this is a career appointment with 100% effort.

Qualifications

• California Guard Registration required or in progress.
• Valid driver’s license with clean driving record per local policy.
• Minimum two years security experience or equivalent education/experience.
• BART and IAHSS certifications due within six months of hire date.
• Ability to adhere to dress code and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Patrol UCSD Hillcrest premises on foot or by vehicle to protect life and property.
• Control access to restricted areas and respond to alarms and emergencies.
• Conflict management with minimal force and coordinate with security operations.

Skills

California Guard Registration

Valid driver's license

Two years security experience

BART and IAHSS certified

Dress code adherence

Confidentiality

Job description

#140665 Security Agent - Hillcrest

Payroll Title: HOSP BLANK AST 2

Department: Security - Hillcrest

Hiring Pay Scale: $26.40 / Hour

Worksite: Hillcrest

Appointment Type: Career

Appointment Percent: 100%

Union: EX Contract

Total Openings: 8

Work Schedule: Variable, 8-Hour Shifts , Variable

Extended Deadline: Thu 10/8/2026

UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 08/03/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants: Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Under general supervision, provides protective services to assigned locations, patients, visitors, and staff. Adheres to UCSD Health Sciences and departmental quality service standards. Patrols UCSD Health Sciences premises on foot or in a vehicle to protect life and property. Manages disruptive persons professionally with a minimum use of force; controls access to restricted and security-sensitive areas; responds to fire/security alarm activations, assumes scene command in emergency situations; observes and reports safety hazards, gives direction and assistance to UCSD Enterprise clientele. Performs other related duties and functions appropriate to the job classification as needed.

Security Agents are not sworn peace officers, are not armed, and have citizen arrest authority only.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• California Guard Registration.
• Must hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/ procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Two (2) years of security or security related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BART and IAHSS certified within six (6) months of hire date.
• Skills, knowledge, and ability essential to successfully perform the duties assigned to the position.
• Ability to adhere to dress code at all times.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• One (1+) or more years of experience in hospital security.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• This position may be assigned to or work interchangeably between the Hillcrest, La Jolla, and East Campus Medical Centers based on operational and business needs.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $55,666 - $73,456 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $26.66 - $35.18

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

Applications/Resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For full consideration on any job, applications must be received prior to the initial closing date. If a job has an extended deadline, applications/resumes will be considered during the extension period; however, a job may be filled before the extended date is reached.

To foster the best possible working and learning environment, UC San Diego strives to cultivate a rich and diverse environment, inclusive and supportive of all students, faculty, staff and visitors. For more information, please visit UC San Diego Principles of Community.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

For the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy, please visit: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco free environment. Please visit smokefree.ucsd.edu for more information.

UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug free environment. Employees may be subject to drug screening.

Misconduct Disclosure Requirement: As a condition of employment, the final candidate who accepts an offer of employment will be required to disclose if they have been subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct; or have filed an appeal of a finding of substantiated misconduct with a previous employer.

a. 'Misconduct' means any violation of the policies governing employee conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer. For reference, below are UC’s policies addressing some forms of misconduct:

• UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
• UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
• Abusive Conduct in the Workplace