Security Officer - POLICE & SECURITY

Kettering Health Network; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 38,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Hamilton is seeking a Security Officer to patrol facilities, protect patients, visitors, staff, and property, and respond to incidents in alignment with the organization's standards.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, at least one year in security or related field, and holds an Ohio driver’s license; BLS certification within 6 months, with OPOTA certification if law enforcement duties are assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• One (1) year of experience in security, law enforcement, military, or related field.
• 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 OPOTA certification.

Responsibilities

• Patrol facilities to ensure a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and property.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents in accordance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Enforce access control procedures and support patient care and operational reliability.

Skills

Patrolling facilities

Emergency response

Access control procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Job description

Job Details

Kettering Health Hamilton | Hamilton | 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.

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

Preferred Qualifications

Associate degree or higher in criminal justice, security management, or a related field. Experience in a healthcare security setting. International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic or Advanced certification. Crisis Intervention Training (CIT) or Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification.