Security Officer

Providence; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Medical plan assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Lyra caregiver assistance

Job summary

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time, 36-hour-per-week position with a variable schedule. The role involves protecting patients, visitors, staff and property, conducting patrols, and responding to incidents.

On-site duties include enforcing policies and coordinating with the Security Manager. Required licenses include Oregon DPSST security classifications or the PS-20 permit; driving may be required.

Qualifications

• Oregon Private Security Armed/Unarmed Professional - Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training
• Oregon Private Security Unarmed Professional - Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training
• Private Security Temporary Work Permit PS-20
• Driving may be necessary; provide driver license and auto insurance upon request; comply with state driving laws
• 1 year of experience using personal computer with standard Microsoft applications

Responsibilities

• Receive general direction from the Security Manager, Supervisor or Lead Security Officer and perform security protective duties to protect patients, visitors, staff, physicians and property
• Conduct vehicle and foot patrols, patient transports, site surveys, threat assessments, patient standbys, alarm/nuisance calls and special details
• Assist in training of clinic personnel
• Support Providence or affiliated organizations within the Oregon Region as needed

Education

H.S. Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Security Officer at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital- Full-Time (36 hour per week), Variable Schedule

Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which include but is not limited to:

Free, convenient, and ample parking

Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income

Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap

Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year

Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre‑tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.

Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

Receives general direction from the Security Manager, Supervisor or Lead Security Officer, performs a variety of security protective duties to protect patients, visitors, staff, physicians, property and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. Enforces PH&S, facility and security policies and regulations. Investigate reports of potential criminal conduct against PH&S staff, visitors, staff, and property; respond and assist in restraining patients; detain individuals when necessary or at the direction of a police officer; and provide protective services to high risk areas. Mobile positions will conduct vehicle and foot patrols, patient transports, site surveys, threat assessments, patient standbys, alarm/nuisance call response, special details and assist in training of clinic personnel. May be required to support any Providence or affiliated organizations within the Oregon Region.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital and thrive in our culture of patient‑focused, whole‑person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: Oregon Private Security Armed/Unarmed Professional - Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, or
• Upon hire: Oregon Private Security Unarmed Professional - Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training
• Upon hire: Private Security Temporary Work Permit PS-20
• Upon request: Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. See policy for additional information.
• 1 year of experience using personal computer with standard Microsoft applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: College level coursework in professionally related fields such as criminal justice, social work, psychology or any social science.
• H.S. Diploma or GED
• 1 year Security/law enforcement experience such as corrections, police, reserve and military police.
• Direct patient care experience in a healthcare industry.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities. Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time‑off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time‑off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.