Security Officer-casual

Children's Minnesota; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Minnesota in Saint Paul seeks a Security Officer to maintain a safe environment across hospital campuses and outlying facilities. You will patrol grounds, respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls, and promote a secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff.

The role requires good communication, ability to work independently, and readiness to complete training such as BLS/AED and use of force. A high school diploma is required, and healthcare security experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Business, Psychology or Sociology preferred.
• Prior security or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Healthcare knowledge/experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital grounds and buildings to maintain a safe environment.
• Respond to emergency and non‑emergency calls as they occur.
• Prepare verbal and written incident reports.
• Complete and pass required trainings (BLS/AED, use of force) within deadlines.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Decision making

Education

High school diploma

Bachelor’s/Associate degree preferred

Job description

About Children’s Minnesota

Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest pediatric health systems in the United States and the only health system in Minnesota to provide care exclusively to children, from before birth through young adulthood. An independent and not-for-profit system since 1924, Children’s Minnesota is one system serving kids throughout the Upper Midwest at two free‑standing hospitals, nine primary care clinics, multiple specialty clinics and seven rehabilitation sites. As The Kids Experts in our region, Children’s Minnesota is regularly ranked by U.S. News & World Report as a top children’s hospital. Find us on Facebook @childrensminnesota or on Twitter and Instagram @childrensmn. Please visit childrensMN.org.

Department Overview

Proudly serving as Minnesota’s children’s hospital since 1924, Children’s Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota, is the eighth‑largest pediatric health care organization in the U.S. Each year, Children’s provides care through nearly 13,000 inpatient visits and more than 200,000 emergency room and other outpatient visits. An independent, not-for-profit health care provider, Children’s has 319 staffed hospital beds and services available in all major pediatric specialties: emergency care; newborn and pediatric intensive care; outpatient and inpatient surgery; diagnostic services, including radiology and laboratory; and special programs in the areas of respiratory, cardiology, cancer, premature birth, adolescent development, child abuse, and epilepsy. In addition to our Minneapolis and St. Paul Campuses, Children’s also includes Children’s West, a pediatric care center in Minnetonka offering same‑day surgery as well as diagnostic, rehabilitative, and developmental outpatient services; Children’s – Roseville, an outpatient pediatric rehabilitation center; and Children’s Clinics – Woodwinds, pediatric specialty clinics at the Woodwinds Health Campus in Woodbury.

Position Summary

The Security Officer position is responsible for the day to day activities of ensuring a safe and secure Children’s campus. The Security Officer will maintain a safe environment through patrol of the hospital, grounds and outlying buildings. He/She will respond to all calls both emergency and non‑emergency as they occur or in order of importance. The Security Officer’s core role is to promote a safe environment for patients, visitors and hospital employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Must possess a valid driver’s license (must meet minimum criteria of Children’s Minnesota Fleet Safety Management policy).
• Must be able to successfully pass background checks of the Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) and Department of Human Services (DHS).
• Must be able to prepare verbal and written reports.
• Good verbal, writing and computer skills required.
• Must complete and pass use of force training within 30 days of hire.
• Must complete and pass Basic Life Support (BLS) and Automatic External Defibrillator (AED) training within 90 days of hire.
• Must be able to wear respiratory protection (N-95 respirator, full face respirator and PAPR), be fit tested and able to pass respirator physical.

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Bachelor’s or Associate’s Degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, Business, Psychology or Sociology preferred.

Experience

• Prior experience responding and intervening in emergency situations such as crisis de‑escalation, intervention, detainment of suspects, reporting and investigating incidents, and enforcing organizational policy preferred.
• Prior Law Enforcement or security experience preferred.
• Emergency Operations Center experience preferred.
• Healthcare knowledge/experience preferred.

License/Certification Preferences

• POST skills completed, International Association of Hospital Safety and Security (Basic), First Responder, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), or OSHA first responder certifications preferred.
• Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE), Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Forensic Interviewer (CFI), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Professional Certified Investigator (PCI), a plus.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills a must.
• Ability to work independently and as a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing.
• Ability to retain knowledge, information, and directions on an ongoing basis and communicate effectively with others.
• Ability to comprehend numerous policies, procedures, concepts and to be able to make decisions using discretion and interpretive judgment based on general and specific policies.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Must be customer service oriented.
• Knowledge of verbal and physical de‑escalation, use of force continuum and arrest laws preferred.
• Ability to walk and climb stairs.
• Ability to walk and stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to work outside in extreme weather conditions.
• Ability to see and hear accurately in both day and nighttime conditions.
• Skill in operating portable radio devices.
• Ability to detect irregularities, such as security breaches, facility and safety hazards and emergency situations.
• Effectively contacts and interacts with emergency responders, such as police, fire, and/or ambulance personnel as required.
• Ability to restrain or subdue an individual.
• Maintains confidentiality in all aspects of the job.

Physical Demands

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Compensation & Benefits

The posted salary represents a market competitive range based on salary survey benchmark data for similar roles in the local or national market. Annual salaries displayed are based on full‑time employment (40 standard hrs per week). Annual salaries for part‑time positions will be prorated based on the employee’s scheduled weekly hours in relation to the full‑time standard. When determining individual pay rates, we carefully consider a wide range of factors including but not limited to market indicators for the specific role, the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate, internal equity and organizational needs.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for medical, dental, vision, retirement, and other fringe benefits. Positions that require night, weekend or on‑call work may be eligible for shift differentials or premium pay.

All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of an occupational health assessment, drug screen, background investigation, and compliance with the U.S. Government Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification.

Children’s Minnesota is proud to be an equal opportunity employer whose staff is representative of its community and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, creed, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.