Security Officer

NKC Health; North Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full benefits package (medical, dental

Retirement plan

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

NKC Health is hiring Experienced Security Officers to safeguard patients, staff, and visitors in North Kansas City. You will patrol facilities, respond to alarms, and enforce policies with professionalism while maintaining a calm, safety-first approach.

We offer competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and ongoing training, with opportunities for career growth into leadership roles. Evening, night, and weekend shifts may be required to ensure round-the-clock security.

Qualifications

• Experience in security, military, or law enforcement preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to stay calm and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent observation skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, professional, and safety-focused.
• Willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Patrol and secure assigned areas to maintain a safe environment.
• Respond promptly to incidents, alarms, and emergencies.
• Build professional relationships with staff, patients, and visitors.
• Enforce policies with professionalism and respect.
• Complete accurate and detailed reports.
• Serve as a visible, reliable presence during shifts.
• Participate in hands-on interventions, including safe use of restraints per policy.
• Operate weapons detection system to ensure safety of all on site.

Skills

Security experience

Communication skills

Decision making under pressure

Observation skills

Reliability

Availability for nights/weekends/holid

Tools

Weapons detection system

Job description

Now Hiring: Experienced Security Officers Join a Team Where Your Experience Truly Matters. We are seeking skilled and professional Security Officers who are committed to safety, exceptional service, and making a meaningful impact every day.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us

• Competitive pay
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement
• Opportunities for career growth into corporal, FTO, sergeant and up to administrative roles
• Supportive leadership that values your input and experience
• Ongoing training and development to keep your skills sharp

What You’ll Do

• Patrol and secure assigned areas to ensure a safe environment
• Respond promptly to incidents, alarms, and emergency situations
• Build professional relationships with staff, patients, and visitors
• Enforce organizational policies with professionalism and respect
• Complete accurate and detailed reports
• Serve as a visible and reliable presence throughout your shift
• Participate in hands‑on interventions, including the safe application of restraints in accordance with policy and training
• Operate state-of-the-art weapons detection system to ensure patient, family, employee and facility safety

What We’re Looking For

• Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience strongly preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm and make sound decisions under pressure
• Excellent observation skills and attention to detail
• Reliable, professional, and committed to safety
• Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed

Make Your Next Move Count

If you’re an experienced security professional who takes pride in protecting others, we’d love to meet you.