Security Officer

MultiCare Health System
United States, Washington, Tacoma
603 South J Street (Show on map)
Jun 04, 2025
Where Kids and Families are Always First MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital is the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South Sound Region dedicated to a comprehensive network of health services for children and adolescents. Our vision is to be the highest quality and safest place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and is supported by nationally recognized services and experience. Mary Bridge Children's multi-disciplinary approach to care includes pediatric experts for emergency services, inpatient care, and outpatient specialty clinics, all specializing in kids and their unique needs. We're continually recognized as a 'Top Children's Hospital' by The Leapfrog Group, an independent hospital rating organization. FTE:1.0 Shift: Variable, Schedule: 8 hr shifts Position Summary The Security Officer is a key position on our Security Services team. In this role, you provide protection over MultiCare Health System properties and facilities. You will own the responsibility for the security and safety of MultiCare patients, employees, and visitors. Responsibilities Conduct general security in the protection of people and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations. Deter criminal activity and misconduct utilizing tactical techniques. Utilize Management of Aggressive Behavior skills both verbally and physically as required. Apply the concepts of Awareness, Vigilance, Avoidance, Defense, and Escape to effectively protect and serve facility campus. Utilize weapons detection devices to monitor patients/visitors and ensuring the removal of contraband from facility. Apply appropriate techniques with assistive devices when engaging with combative/aggressive individuals. Effectively operate/leverage required security equipment and tools. Requirements High school graduate or equivalent preferred. Current Washington or Idaho state driver's license. IAHSS basic certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date. Minimum six (6) months of experience in police, military, or security, preferable in a health care setting. Proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MultiCare Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state. BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire. First Aid training within 30 days of hire. Why Mary Bridge Children's? Mission-driven:Partnering for healing and a healthy future for the patients and communities we serve Award-winning:Named 'Top Children's Hospital' for five years by the Leapfrog Group; physicians consistently named on 'Top Doctors' lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune Growing: New pediatric hospital facility and medical office building opening in 2026 Leading research:MultiCare Institute for Research & Innovation partners with our pediatric providers, offering ground-breaking research and clinical trials Employee-centric:MultiCare is consistently ranked among "America's Best Employers by State" by Forbes Lifestyle:Live and work in the Pacific Northwest surrounded by breathtaking mountain, forest and water views Explore our services atmarybridge.org Pay and Benefit Expectations Associated benefit information can be viewed here.