Security Officer - POLICE & SECURITY

Kettering Health; Centerville (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Washington Twp in Centerville is seeking a dedicated Security Officer to maintain a safe environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role involves patrolling facilities, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control procedures.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, one year of security or related experience, and valid Ohio driver's license. BLS certification needed within six months; OPOTA if law enforcement duties are performed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of security, law enforcement, military, or related experience required.
• Valid Ohio driver's license required.
• BLS certification required or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• If assigned to law enforcement duties, OPOTA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Patrol facilities to ensure safety and security.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Enforce access control procedures and document incidents.
• Maintain HIPAA/OSHA compliance.

Skills

Clear communication

Situational awareness

Calm under pressure

Incident reporting systems

De-escalation techniques

Security regulations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate degree or higher in criminal justice or security management

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Washington Twp | Centerville | Full Time | Varied shift

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Security Officer ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and property by patrolling facilities, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control procedures. This role supports patient care and operational reliability by preventing and responding to safety and security incidents in accordance with regulatory and organizational standards. Performs other duties as assigned. All job responsibilities are to be carried out in alignment with Kettering Health's mission, vision, values, and B Safe program.

Required Education:

• High school diploma or GED.

Required Work Experience:

• One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, military, or a related field.

Required Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, or must obtain within 6 months of hire.
• If assigned to law enforcement duties, must possess current Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) certification.

Skills:

• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with diverse individuals.
• Strong observational, situational awareness, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to remain calm and effective in emergencies.
• Proficiency in basic computer and incident reporting systems.
• Knowledge of de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques.
• Understanding of HIPAA, OSHA, and security regulations.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education:

• Associate degree or higher in criminal justice, security management, or a related field.

Preferred Work Experience:

• Experience in a healthcare security setting.

Preferred Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations:

• International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic or Advanced certification.
• Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.