Security Officer, San Marco East

About Baptist Health

Recognized as a top place to work in health care, Baptist Health cares for more patients in Northeast Florida than any other provider, ranking as “most preferred” for more than 30 years. We’re Jacksonville's only locally governed, faith‑based, not‑for‑profit health system and provide a full spectrum of preventive and specialty care through 200+ locations and six hospitals. Our centers of excellence include Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.

We are looking to add a Security Officer to our Protective Services Department at Baptist San Marco East. This is a full‑time, day opportunity with hours of 6:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Rotating weekdays and weekends are a requirement.

The Security Officer’s primary function is to assure the day‑to‑day safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring the medical center properties. As patient safety and experience are top priority, this growing team is implementing new technologies such as metal detectors.

• Reporting any unusual circumstances and taking appropriate corrective actions
• Insuring the protection of individuals from harm by monitoring for safety hazards
• Providing escort services
• Responding to unsafe situations
• Enforcing hospital parking regulations
• Assisting individuals with obtaining help for vehicle problems

• 1–2 years Law Enforcement Experience
• 1–2 years Security Officer Experience
• 1–2 years Military Experience

• High School Diploma or GED – Required
• Associate of Science – Preferred
• International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Advanced Certification, Safety Certification, or Basic Certification – Preferred
• Driver’s License – Required

Positions designated as requiring a level II Background (detailed fingerprint‑based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment. For additional information, visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:

Metro Square – Baptist San Marco East