Security Officer - Security

Providence; Hood River (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Transit pass

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Caregiver Support

Job summary

Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital in Hood River, OR is seeking a Security Officer for a full-time, variable-shift position. You will safeguard patients, visitors and staff, enforce hospital policies, and conduct patrols with rapid response to incidents across the campus.

Joining Providence offers benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement planning, and caregiver support, reflecting a strong commitment to staff well-being and growth.

Qualifications

• Oregon Private Security credentials required upon hire (armed/unarmed or temporary permit).
• Valid driver license and auto insurance when driving is required.
• 1 year of experience using a PC with standard Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Protect patients, visitors, staff and property; enforce PH&S and hospital policies.
• Investigate potential incidents, restrain when necessary and coordinate with police.
• Conduct vehicle and foot patrols, respond to alarms, and support high-risk areas.
• Provide protective services and assist training of clinic personnel when needed.

Skills

Security procedures

Patrol operations

Driver license

PC skills

Education

HS Diploma or GED

College coursework in related fields

Job description

Security Officer (full time, variable shift position) at Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital

Providence offers a fantastic benefits package which include but is not limited to:

Free, convenient, and ample parking

TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for benefit eligible staff who work within the Portland Service Area (does NOT include Wilsonville, Newberg, Seaside, Hood River, Washington State, or Medford)

Medical Plan Assistance Program- provides free or reduced-cost coverage to caregivers and their eligible dependents who qualify based on household size and income

Tuition reimbursement/education– includes 100% tuition paid program options; up to $5,250 per year for select undergraduate and masters degrees within Guild catalog. Required books and fees are 100% covered or reimbursable for select schools in the Guild catalog up to program funding cap

Paid Time Off – Benefit eligible caregivers receive up to 25 days per year

Retirement - The Providence retirement program consists of employer match and discretionary contributions that work together with your pre-tax (and/orRoth aftertax) contributions to help you save for retirement.

Lyra Caregiver Assistance program- Up to 25 counseling or coaching sessions per eligible member per year

A Receives general direction from the Security Manager, Supervisor or Lead Security Officer, performs a variety of security protective duties to protect patients, visitors, staff, physicians, property and facilities from accidents, bodily harm, fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry. Enforces PH&S, facility and security policies and regulations. Investigate reports of potential criminal conduct against PH&S staff, visitors, staff, and property; respond and assist in restraining patients; detain individuals when necessary or at the direction of a police officer; and provide protective services to high-risk areas. Mobile positions will conduct vehicle and foot patrols, patient transports, site surveys, threat assessments, patient standbys, alarm/nuisance call response, special details and assist in training of clinic personnel. May be required to support any Providence or affiliated organizations within the Oregon Region.

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: Oregon Private Security Armed/Unarmed Professional - Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training, or
• Upon hire: Oregon Private Security Unarmed Professional - Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training
• Upon hire: Private Security Temporary Work Permit PS-20
• Upon request: Driving may be necessary as part of this role. Caregivers are required to comply with all state laws and requirements for driving. Caregivers will be expected to provide proof of driver license and auto insurance upon request. See policy for additional information.
• 1 year of experience using personal computer with standard Microsoft applications.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Coursework/Training: College level coursework in professionally related fields such as criminal justice, social work, psychology or any social science.
• H.S. Diploma or GED
• 1 year of Security/law enforcement experience such as corrections, police, reserve and military police.
• Direct patient care experience in a healthcare industry.

Why Join Providence?

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.

Accepting a new position at another facility that is part of the Providence family of organizations may change your current benefits. Changes in benefits, including paid time-off, happen for various reasons. These reasons can include changes of Legal Employer, FTE, Union, location, time-off plan policies, availability of health and welfare benefit plan offerings, and other various reasons.