Security Officer

Southern Illinois Healthcare

Security Officer responsible for maintaining safety and security at hospital campuses. Engaging in incident management, patrolling, and responding to emergencies as needed.

Posted 7/22/2026part-timeHarrisburg • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in safety and security management, including incident response, hazard mitigation, and emergency medical assistance. Holds relevant certifications and possesses strong report writing and record-keeping skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Incident Command AssistanceSafety Hazard ManagementTaser CertificationLevel III Certification by International Association for Healthcare Security and SafetyBasic Computer Skills

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Hard Skills

Incident ReportingPatrol ConductingEmergency ResponseConflict ManagementSafety Hazard Detection

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailCommunication SkillsProblem-Solving

Certifications & Qualifications

Level I Essentials of Aggression Management CertificationTaser CertificationLevel II Certification by International Association for Healthcare Security and SafetyLevel III Certification by International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety

Industry Keywords

Healthcare SecuritySafety ManagementEmergency Medical AssistanceIncident CommandCriminal Activity Deterrence

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Protects the organization's employees, patients, visitors, properties and all items of value
Maintains general order of the local environment
Detects, corrects, reports, investigates, manages, and mitigates safety and security hazards and violations
Assists in Incident Command situations, psychiatric patient evaluations, duress alarms, and conflict situations
Responds and assists with all medical emergencies within the scope of training
Conducts patrols of buildings and property to deter criminal activity
Maintains records and prepares incident reports accurately

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School graduate or equivalent
Valid Illinois drivers license
Level I (within 90 days) Essentials of Aggression Management (EOAM) certification
Taser Certification
Basic certification by International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (Level II)
Advanced certification by International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (Level III)
Basic computer skills
Able to read and write detailed reports
Requires minimum of 90 days on the job experience for Level II
Requires minimum of 180 days on the job experience for Level III

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Professional development opportunities
Paid time off
Flexible working hours