Security Officer

MercyOne; Silvis (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy-One is seeking a Security Officer for the Night Shift to help safeguard patients, staff and visitors in a hospital setting. The role emphasizes a strong interpersonal approach, incident prevention, and the protection of facility assets across a broad care environment.

Responsibilities include maintaining a visible security presence, responding to incidents, coordinating with hospital leadership, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) and CPI within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Provide a visible security presence to prevent/detect adverse conditions affecting hospital safety.
• Protect the welfare of patients, visitors, staff and facility assets.
• Interact with a variety of people and respond to incidents with professionalism and discretion.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Night ShiftDescription:At MercyOne, health care is more than just a doctor’s visit or a place to go when you’re in need of medical attention. Our Mission is based on improving the health of our communities – that means not only when you are sick but keeping you well.
MercyOne Genesis serves a 17-county bi-state region of the Quad Cities (Davenport and Bettendorf, Iowa, and Rock Island and Moline, Ill.) metropolitan area and the surrounding communities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois. But when it comes to clinical capabilities and quality, we exceed those geographical limits. We have earned distinction as a two-time national Top 15 Health System, and recognition for being in the top 1 percent in the nation for patient safety.

Join the MercyOne Family! We are looking to hire a Security Officer.

As a Security Officer at MercyOne, you will provide a physical presence for the purpose of prevention and/or detection of adverse conditions which would place the safety and security of the hospital environment at risk while protecting welfare of patients, visitors, staff and facility assets.

Interaction is with a variety of people inside or outside the organization. Communications are often difficult or stressful in nature. Contact with others involves complex, detailed and often sensitive topics. The job requires a high degree of interpersonal skills to deal with a range of complicated problem situations. Interactions involve gaining the agreement of others.

Schedule:

• Full time .8 (32 hours per week)
• Night Shift

General Requirements:

• Valid Driver’s License
• Basic Life Support and CPI within 60 days
• Law enforcement or criminal justice coursework preferred

Education:

• High School diploma or equivalent

Colleagues of MercyOne Health System enjoy c ompetitive compensation with a full benefits package and opportunity for growth throughout the system!

Pay Range: $18.25 - $27.37

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.