Senior Armed Security Officer - Law Enforcement/Military

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc.; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 74,500,608 - 114,616,320; Full time

Job summary

City of Hope in Chicago, IL seeks a Senior Armed Security Officer to safeguard patients, staff, visitors, and hospital assets in accordance with policy and law. The role requires 5+ years of law enforcement or military experience and the ability to carry firearms under LEOSA or Illinois law, with required CPR certification within six months of hire.

Responsibilities include responding to violence, addressing active threats, documenting incidents, and performing regular rounds to maintain a safe

Qualifications

• 5+ years of law enforcement or military experience.
• Basic Life Support (CPR/AED) certification within six months of hire.
• Eligibility to carry concealed firearms under applicable law.
• Firearm Qualification maintained under LEOSA or state statute.
• Illinois FOID card maintained (Illinois residents).
• Valid Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Respond to incidents of violence within the hospital.
• Proactively address active threats on premises.
• Document incidents with detailed reports (loss, alarms, disruptions, etc.).
• Conduct regular rounds throughout the hospital.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Decision making

Judgment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Senior Armed Security Officer – Law Enforcement/Military

About City of Hope

City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and one of the leading research centers for diabetes and other life‑threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has been the basis for numerous breakthrough cancer medicines, as well as human synthetic insulin and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute–designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report at its core, City of Hope’s uniquely integrated model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and a broad philanthropy program that powers its work. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

Job Details

• Seeking candidates with recent law enforcement or military experience (5+ years).
• Schedule: Shift 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM; Days Off: One weekend day plus additional days to be determined.

Position Summary

Senior Security Officers will be armed in accordance with Hospital Policy, State, and Federal statutes. Security Officers are responsible for ensuring the safety and security of patients, staff members, volunteers, visitors, students, equipment, supplies, and all assets necessary to provide comprehensive health care at COH, Chicago.

Key Responsibilities

• Responding to reported or observed acts of physical violence within the hospital.
• Proactively addressing any overt active threats on the premises.
• Documenting incidents through detailed reports for situations such as lost and found, alarms, disruptive patients or caregivers, vandalism, theft, and other security‑related events.
• Conducting regular rounds throughout the hospital.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of law enforcement or military experience.
• Preferred: Departure from law enforcement or military within the last 5 years.
• Valid Driver’s License.
• Sound judgment and quick decision‑making ability.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Basic Life Support certification (CPR/AED) within six months of hire.
• Eligibility to carry concealed firearms under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004 or obtain eligibility through the State of Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation under Illinois Statute 225 ILCS 446/1 et seq.
• Firearm Control Card within 120 days of hire.
• Maintain current firearms qualification under the Law Enforcement Officers Safety Act of 2004.
• Maintain a current Illinois Firearms Owner Identification Card (Illinois residents only).

Other Information

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

City of Hope employees pay is based on the following criteria: work experience, qualifications, and work location.