Join Our Security Team as a Security Officer!

Are you a vigilant, calm, and community-focused professional with a passion for ensuring safety? Virginia Mason Franciscan Health (VMFH) is seeking dedicated Security Officers to protect our patients, staff, visitors, and property.

This unique and vital unarmed role is perfect for someone who excels in dynamic environments and is committed to maintaining a secure and welcoming atmosphere.

As a VMFH Safety Officer, you will:

• Be a Visible Presence: Conduct regular patrols (on foot or by vehicle) across our facilities, proactively identifying and addressing potential security risks, unauthorized access, or hazards.
• Respond & Resolve: Investigate security incidents, respond swiftly to alarms and emergency codes, and report safety concerns.
• Control Access: Thoughtfully control entry and exit points, verifying identification to maintain secure perimeters.
• Monitor Systems: Utilize and monitor fire alarm and intrusion detection systems to enhance overall security.
• Support Special Operations: Assist with helistop operations within the scope of your role.
• De-escalate & Safeguard: Skillfully de-escalate crisis situations and, when necessary, employ physical intervention to protect individuals and property from harm.
• Document & Report: Maintain thorough and accurate documentation of all activities and observations.
• Be Prepared: Routinely engage in emergent situations, requiring the ability to run, climb stairs, and perform other physical activities as needed.

What We're Looking For:

• Vigilance & Situational Awareness: An astute eye for detail and the ability to anticipate and react to evolving situations.
• Strong Customer Service: A professional and empathetic approach when interacting with patients, visitors, and staff.
• Resilience & Calm Under Pressure: The ability to remain composed and effective during challenging or volatile encounters.
• Physical Stamina: Comfort with significant periods of standing, walking, and responding physically to emergencies.
• Tech Savvy: Proficiency with computers for report drafting, camera system monitoring, and access control applications.
• Availability: Willingness to work varied shifts, including weekends.

If you are ready to be a key protector and an essential part of our healthcare mission, apply today!

Education/Work Experience Requirements

• Six months of related experience in security, healthcare, or related law enforcement/military experience that demonstrates attainment of the requisite job knowledge skills/abilities. 
• Satisfactory Abstract of Driving Record (Type: Employment Record) must be provided and meet departmental standards.  
• Candidates must be at least 21 years of age, and have a valid Washington State Driver's License with a five-year clean driving record, for auto liability coverage through VMFH. 

Licensure/Certification

• Possession of a valid Washington State driver’s license and continued maintenance of a clean driving record with no action pending/taken at any time in response to unsafe driver performance or other legal requirements.
• International Association of Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) Basic Certification required within 6-months of date of hire.   
• Successful completion of organizational-sponsored handcuff training within 60 days of hire and successful re-certification every two years thereafter.  
• Successful completion of organizational-sponsored CS Gel (pepper spray) training within 60 days of hire and successful re-certification every two years thereafter.  
• Successful completion of organization-sponsored control shield training within 60 days of hire and successful re-certification every two years thereafter.  
• Successful completion of VMFH-sponsored Basic Life Support (BLS) training within 60 days of hire and successful re-certification every two years thereafter.

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 over the years through strategic partnerships and integrations to expand our reach and services across the Puget Sound area.

Today, as Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, we remain deeply committed to healing the whole person – body, mind, and spirit – in the communities we serve. This commitment is strengthened by the diverse expertise and shared values brought together through our growth.

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

We are proud of our pioneering medical advances and numerous awards and accreditations that reflect our dedication to excellence. When you join Virginia Mason Franciscan Health, you become part of a team that delivers top-quality, professional healthcare in modern, well-equipped facilities, and contributes to a legacy of service built on collaboration and shared purpose.