Security Officer

City of Hope; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope is a leading cancer research and treatment center dedicated to making hope a reality for patients and families. The Security Officer role involves protecting patients, staff, visitors, and property, with a strong emphasis on visible deterrence through patrols and rapid response to incidents.

Shifts include Thurs-Fri overnights and weekend hours, requiring flexibility and a calm, professional demeanor while coordinating with local authorities when needed.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of security-related experience.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic Life Support certification required within 1 month of hire.
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License required.

Responsibilities

• Protect patients, visitors, and staff; enforce hospital rules.
• Conduct visible patrols of hospital grounds and parking areas.
• Respond to security emergencies and coordinate with local authorities when needed.
• Escort patients or guests to vehicles upon request; maintain safety and customer service.

Skills

Security experience

Customer service

Shift work

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Arizona driver's license

Job description

Security Officer

About City of Hope, City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

The successful candidate:

***Shift: Thurs-Fri 10:00PM-6:30AM & Sat-Sun 6:00PM-6:30AM***

Involve with patients when assistance is requested by a fellow stakeholder, or when patients or their families ask for assistance. WRMC Security Officers are charged with protecting patients, care givers, visitors, Stakeholder, vendors, property and etc. Preventive patrol and inspectional service is the method employed by COH Security Officers to determine that conditions are normal in a given area and to provide a visible deterrent factor including night patrolling to provide a feeling of safety for staff, patients and visitors. Whether by foot or by vehicle, Security Officers routinely patrol the hospital grounds and parking lot to maintain high visibility and take notice of potential threats, suspicious activities and safety concerns. Be part of the rapid response team and response to security emergencies within the hospital. Whether for psychiatric or medical reasons, patients can become violent or threaten fellow stakeholders and/or other patients and hospital guests. It is the officer’s responsibility to maintain control of the situation and, if necessary, contact local authorities. The Security Officer may also be called upon for external emergencies, such as assisting in providing aid for disaster victims following the guidelines set forth in WRMC’s Emergency Management Plan.COH Security Officers are responsible for various duties and roles throughout the hospital at any given time. They may give directions and assistance to hospital patients and visitors. They may escort patients, stakeholders and hospital guests to their vehicle upon request. Security Officers may also assist with jump starting a vehicle with a dead car battery. A COH Security Officer will maintain an attitude of safety, security and positive customer service. Security Officers spend a majority of their time enforcing the rules and regulations of COH, which is one of their primary responsibilities.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience: 1-3 Years of Security Related Experience
• Education: High School Diploma or GED
• Certification: Basic Life Support (within 1 month of hire)
• Valid Arizona State Driver’s License

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.