Security Officer - POLICE & SECURITY

Kettering Health; Hamilton (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Kettering Health Hamilton is seeking a Security Officer to maintain a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, and staff. The role involves patrolling facilities, responding to emergencies, and enforcing access control procedures in alignment with organizational standards.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED, 1 year of security/military experience, a valid Ohio driver’s license, and BLS certification or the plan to obtain within 6 months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• 1 year of experience in security, law enforcement, military, or related field.
• Valid Ohio driver's license.
• BLS certification (or must obtain within 6 months of hire).
• OPOTA certification if assigned to law enforcement duties.

Responsibilities

• Patrol facilities to maintain a safe and secure environment.
• Respond to emergencies and incidents.
• Enforce access control procedures.
• Support patient care and operations by ensuring security and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Basic Security

BLS Certification

Ohio Driver's License

Education

High school diploma or GED

OPOTA certification (if law enforcement duties)

Tools

Security protocols

Job description

Kettering Health Hamilton | Hamilton | Full Time | Varied Shift

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.

Responsibilities & Requirements

• 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.