Security Officer I (multiple openings & shifts)

Stanford Health Care; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,688 - 44,716; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care is looking for a Security Officer I to ensure the safety of patients, staff, and visitors. This role involves conducting safety inspections, managing access control, and responding to emergencies. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and two years of related work experience, along with necessary certifications.

Join a dedicated team where you can grow in a mission-driven organization committed to professional development and safety in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Two years of relevant security experience.
• Valid California Driver's License.
• California Proprietary Private Security Officer License within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Conduct safety inspections and respond to emergencies.
• Investigate incidents and write detailed reports.
• Ensure safety and security during assigned shifts.

Skills

De-escalation

Ability to adapt to change

Teamwork

Effective communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

Open Positions: All shifts are 12 hours long

1.0 FTE Full time Rotating - 12 Hour R2657262 Onsite 108420004 Security SHC Facilities & Hospitality PALO ALTO, 500 Pasteur Dr, California

Rotating - 12 Hour (United States of America)

Security Services: Security Officer I

Join our dedicated team of security professionals at Stanford Health Care, where your work supports the safety and well‑being of our patients, faculty, physicians, staff, students, and visitors. We are seeking motivated individuals who are passionate about healthcare security and eager to grow within a dynamic and mission‑driven organization. At Stanford Health Care, we believe in fostering the professional development of our team members. Our security team is structured in tiers, providing clear pathways for career advancement based on experience, training, and responsibility levels. Start your journey in a foundational role as a Security Officer I, focusing on visitor management, access control, wayfinding and customer service.

Shift Schedule

Frontside Days: Start time of 0400 hours

• Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
• Week 2: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

Frontside Nights: Start time of 1600 hours

• Week 1: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday
• Week 2: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday

Backside Days: Start time of 0400 hours

• Week 1: Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Backside Nights: Start time of 1600 hours

• Week 1: Thursday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 2: Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday

Shift Differentials

• Days – 0400, 0700, 1000 hours
• Evening – 1600 hours – 10%
• Nights – 1900, 2200 hours – 16%

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

Brief Overview

The SECURITY OFFICER I USAU assists in ensuring medical center safety and security during assigned shifts and during emergency situations. Conducts safety inspections, responds to code‑designated incidents and other emergencies. The Security Officer writes comprehensive reports detailing causes, actions and responses, and is also responsible for investigating crimes and other incidents and submits related reports and recommendations. This person performs dispatch duties when necessary.

What You Will Do

• Employees must abide by all the Joint Commission requirements including, but not limited to, sensitivity to cultural diversity, patient care, patients’ rights and ethical treatment, safety and security of physical environments, emergency management, teamwork, respect for others, participation in ongoing education and training, communication and adherence to safety and quality programs, sustaining compliance with National Patient Safety Goals, and licensure and health screenings.
• Conducts safety inspections, responds to code‑designated incidents and other emergencies. Ensures medical center safety and security during assigned shifts and during emergency situations.
• Investigates crimes and other incidents and submits related reports and recommendations.
• Reports any observed hazards to the Security Operations Center for response, documentation and escalation.
• Writes comprehensive reports detailing causes, actions and responses.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

Experience Qualifications

• Two (2) years of progressively responsible and directly related work experience. Successfully pass the following training within the first 30 days of hire:
• De‑escalation
• CPI
• Patient rights and holding
• Psychiatric Security Training
• Handcuffing

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to adapt to and deal with change and ambiguity.
• Ability to generate ideas, consult with departments, and coordinate administrative solutions to alleviate security problems.
• Ability to observe and recall names, places and incidents, read and understand laws, ordinances, departmental rules and policies.
• Ability to plan, organize, prioritize, work independently and meet deadlines.
• Ability to relate to others in a calm, tactful and courteous manner.
• Ability to solve problems and identify solutions.
• Ability to speak and write effectively at a level appropriate for the job.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced work environment.
• Ability to work well with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area.
• Knowledge of local, state and federal regulatory requirements related to areas of functional responsibility.
• Knowledge of police/law enforcement procedures and techniques.

Licenses and Certifications

• CADL – California Driver’s License – Valid and In State.
• PPSO – California Proprietary Private Security Officer License required within 90 Days.
• SGRC – Security Guard Registration Card required within 90 Days.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non‑discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $28.81 – $32.46 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.