Security Officer I

About the Role

As our Security Officer I, you will perform a full range of security activities through patrolling assigned campuses and clinics, protecting persons, property, and equipment from volatile individuals, unauthorized access, or hazards.

Responsibilities

• Patrol buildings (foot/vehicle) to identify security violations, investigate incidents, respond to alarms/emergency codes, and control hospital access.
• Monitor detection systems, support helistop operations, and de-escalate or physically restrain individuals when necessary.
• Document actions, monitor cameras, and draft reports while engaging in emergent situations.
• Provide protection of property and mitigate criminal activity through visible deterrents via proactive patrolling of VMFH buildings, parking structures, and grounds.
• Identify, report, and follow up on security and building maintenance concerns; report safety and other discrepancies as observed.
• Respond to activation/deactivation of alarm systems/codes and emergent incidents; evaluate circumstances and implement emergency procedures as situations dictate or as directed; act as a liaison with appropriate stakeholders.
• Operate equipment including cellular/radio communications, electronic security systems, fire command systems, self-defense weapons, and other life-safety/security equipment; use CCTV surveillance, access, and alarm programs to monitor unusual activity.
• Check doors to ensure they are secured and report signs of vandalism or equipment malfunction to management.
• Make determinations about access to secured areas, denying or removing individuals from the property, and contacting outside law enforcement authorities when necessary.

Requirements

• Six months of related experience in security, healthcare, or related law enforcement/military experience that demonstrates requisite job knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Valid Washington State Driver’s License upon hire.

About the Organization

Virginia Mason Franciscan Health has a rich history of providing exceptional healthcare, dating back to 1891. Building upon a legacy of compassionate care and innovation, our organization has evolved through strategic partnerships to expand services across the Puget Sound area. Today, we remain committed to healing the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—in the communities we serve.

Our dedicated providers offer a full spectrum of healthcare services, from routine wellness to complex disease management, grounded in rigorous research and education. Our network includes 10 hospitals and nearly 300 care sites strategically located across the greater Puget Sound region, reflecting our commitment to accessibility and comprehensive care.

Pay

$24.15 - $37.44 per hour