Security Officer - Security

Providence; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

TriMet annual pass (Hop Fastpass) for益

Medical Plan Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Paid Time Off – up to 25 days per year

Retirement program with employer match

Lyra Caregiver Assistance program

Job summary

Providence Portland Medical Center is seeking a Security Officer for the day shift. The role performs a variety of protective duties to safeguard patients, visitors, staff and facilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Requires vigilance, report writing and adherence to PH&S policies within the Oregon region. Join Providence for a comprehensive benefits package, paid time off, retirement options, and opportunities for professional growth while delivering patient‑focused, whole‑person

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience using personal computer with standard Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

• Receives general direction from the Security Manager, Supervisor or Lead Security Officer and performs security duties to protect patients, visitors, staff, physicians, property and facilities.
• Responds to incidents, detains individuals when necessary, and provides protective services to high‑risk areas.

Skills

Security procedures

Patrol awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Security Officer (full time, day shift position) at Providence Portland Medical Center

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

Want to know what's like working at Providence?

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.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence Portland Medical Center and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

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 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 benefitsare 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 Missionof 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.