Security Officer

Providence; Polson (MT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence St. Joseph Medical Center seeks a Safety & Security Officer to patrol campus and adjacent areas, ensuring safety for patients, visitors and staff.

The role acts as a primary safety resource around the clock and oversees security and hazardous material decontamination as needed. The position requires a Montana security license within 60 days, BLS certification at hire, and completion of IAHSs and Aggressive Behavior training within designated timelines.

Qualifications

• Within 60 days of hire: Montana PSP Security Guard License.
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association.
• Within 1 year of hire IA HSS Basic Security Officer Certified.
• Within 6 months of hire Aggressive Behavior Certification.
• Prior typing/keyboard experience for data entry.

Responsibilities

• Patrol SJMC property and adjoining areas, ensuring safety and security.
• Serve as a key resource for staff 24/7, addressing safety concerns.
• Oversee safety, security and hazardous material decontamination as needed.

Skills

Typing

Data entry

Customer service

Education

Associate's Degree

Job description

The Safety Management Department is a centralized location for managing a wide variety of programs that provide for the safety and security of Providence St. Joseph Medical Center patients, visitors, employees and property. Members of the Safety Management Department are responsible for patrolling St. Joseph Medical Center property and adjoining entities. The Safety & Security Officer is the core of the Safety Management Department and has primary areas of responsibility and multiple collateral responsibilities. Each Officer serves as a valuable resource to SJMC employees 24/7. The primary responsibilities include Safety, Security and Hazardous Material Decontamination:

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center 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:

• Within 60 days of hire: Montana PSP Security Guard License - Montana Board of Private Security
• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• Within 1 year of hire International Association of Healthcare Safety and Security (IAHSS) Basic Security Officer Certified included in initial training
• Within 6 months (180 days) of hire Management of Aggressive Behavior Certification included in initial training
• Prior typing/keyboard experience required to enter and retrieve data in an accurate and timely manner.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree
2 years of experience military, law enforcement or private security.

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.