Security Officer - Varied - La Jolla

Scripps Health; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Scripps Health in San Diego, CA, is hiring a full-time Security Officer to provide a safe, secure environment across hospital facilities. The role includes patrolling, enforcing policies, and responding to emergencies under security leadership guidance.

Requires valid CA security guard certification and basic life support credentials. Minimum pay in California is disclosed with a structured pay range; company emphasizes equal opportunity employment and professional development within a

Qualifications

• CA Driver's License required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional certification.
• CA BSIS CA Security Guard certification.
• POST PC 832 Laws of Arrest.
• 1 year security, law enforcement, military, or related experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Provide a visible deterrent to crime and actively patrol assigned areas.
• Enforce policies and procedures; report non-compliance.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with security leadership.
• Contribute to a safe environment for patients, visitors and staff.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Education

CA BSIS CA Security Guard

American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional

POST PC 832 Laws of Arrest

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

This is a full-time, benefit eligible position for varied shifts located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Why join Scripps Health?

• Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.
• Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.
• Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.
• Becker's Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2026 list of 150 top places to work in health care.
• We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.
• Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

The Security Officer supports Scripps Health through the performance of duties which provide a reasonably safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, employees, medical staff, and property. Is a visible deterrent to criminal activity and actively patrols assigned areas. Ensures policies and procedures are carried out and reports non-compliance. Responds to emergency situations and when appropriate provides guidance for the safe management of the situation, communicating with leadership as necessary. Work is accomplished under the direction of security leadership. Demonstrates a work style that reflects the mission, vision, and values of Scripps Health.

Required Certification/Registration:

• CA Driver's License.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional.
• CA BSIS CA Security Guard.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

• POST PC 832 Laws of Arrest.
• 1 year security, law enforcement, military, or related.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Primary Location: Central San Diego County-LA JOLLA-SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA

Work Locations: SCRIPPS MEMORIAL HOSPITAL LA JOLLA, 9888 GENESEE AVE, LA JOLLA 92037

Organization: Scripps La Jolla Hospital

Benefit Status: FT - FULL-TIME WITH BENEFITS

Minimum Rate (USD): 25.00

Maximum Rate (USD): 29.29

In compliance with the California Pay Transparency Act, Scripps Health posts the pay range for all jobs. Please note that actual pay will be determined based on relevant experience and internal equity within the pay range. Please also note this range is applicable for employees who reside in California only. A geographical pay differential may be applied for remote employees who reside out of state. Scripps Health strives to ensure that our employees receive equal pay for equal work in line with our commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.