Security Officer - Unarmed

Henry Ford Health; Jackson, Northern (MI, KY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Henry Ford Health in Jackson, MI is seeking a Security Officer to protect patients, visitors and staff across campus. You will patrol facilities, monitor access points, and respond to disturbances to maintain a safe environment.

The role emphasizes vigilance, clear communication, and timely escalation as needed, with responsibilities including directing people and coordinating emergency support. This is a on-site position in Jackson.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Valid Michigan operator’s license is required.
• Complete state minimum training certification requirements and required testing.
• May be required to use an intermediate weapon.

Responsibilities

• Monitor Henry Ford Health facilities and properties to protect persons and property.
• Direct visitors, patients, and employees to appropriate locations.
• Intervene to prevent and control disturbances.
• Keep appropriate persons informed of activities, events, and incidents.
• Summon necessary assistance as required.

Skills

Visitor management

Safety vigilance

Communication

Conflict prevention

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Michigan operator’s license

State minimum training certification

Job description

Security Officer - Henry Ford Health

Job Title

Security Officer

About the Department

Join our dedicated team at Henry Ford Health in Jackson, a trusted community anchor serving patients across mid-Michigan. Surrounded by lakes, parks, and small-town charm, our Jackson hospital campus offers a welcoming atmosphere and affordable living. Here, you’ll have the opportunity to provide high-quality care in a close-knit community setting, making a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve.

Role Overview

As a Security Officer, you play a vital role in ensuring the safety and security of Henry Ford Health’s facilities, patients, visitors, and employees. Your vigilance helps prevent disturbances, protect property, and maintain a safe environment. This role is essential in upholding the trust and well‑being of our community.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Monitor Henry Ford Health facilities and properties to protect persons and property against injury or loss.
• Direct visitors, patients, and employees to appropriate locations.
• Intervene to prevent and control disturbances.
• Keep appropriate persons informed of activities, events, and incidents.
• Summon necessary assistance as required.

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED)
• Maintain a valid unexpired Michigan operator’s license
• Satisfactorily complete state minimum training certification requirements and required testing

Preferred Qualifications

• Hospital / Healthcare related security experience
• Prior law enforcement experience in a sworn capacity (Local, State, County, Federal) or four plus (4+) years of military experience with Honorable Discharge

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you’ll find opportunities for career growth, collaboration with diverse teams, and the chance to contribute to mission‑driven work. We prioritize continuous learning and professional development, empowering you to make a lasting impact in healthcare.

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School Diploma or Equivalent (GED), required.

Preference given to:

• Hospital / Healthcare related security experience

-OR-

• Prior law enforcement experience in a sworn capacity, (Local, State, County, Federal)

-OR-

• Four plus (4+) years of military experience with Honorable Discharge.

May be required to use an intermediate weapon.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

Maintain a valid unexpired Michigan operator’s license.

Satisfactorily complete state minimum training certification requirements and required testing. Annual training and testing requirements must be maintained.