UHealth Security Professional

Details

Open Date

Open Date 10/16/2026

Requisition Number

Requisition Number PRN
46525B

Job Title

Job Title PS UHealth Security Professional I

Working Title

Working Title UHealth Security Professional I

Career Progression Track C

FLSA Code

FLSA Code Nonexempt

Patient Sensitive Job Code?

Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes

Standard Hours per Week 40

Full Time or Part Time?

Full Time or Part Time? Full Time

Shift

Shift Day

Work Schedule Summary

Days, Swings, Graves

VP Area

VP Area President

Department

Department 02119 - Public Safety-Hospital Security

Location

Location Campus

City

City Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment

Type of Recruitment External Posting

Pay Rate Range

Pay Rate Range 21.40/HR

Close Date

Close Date 01/16/2027

Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)

About the University of Utah Department of Public Safety

Safety is a top priority for the University of Utah. The Chief Safety Officer ( CSO ) for the University is the Director of Public Safety and serves as chief of police services. The CSO is responsible for overseeing the University’s Department of Public Safety, which includes the following operational divisions:
University Police, Campus Security, Health Security, Emergency Management, Emergency Communications, and the central administrative Office of the CSO .

Safety looks and feels different to each person, and the U Department of Public Safety is committed to working with the community to foster a safe environment where all individuals feel empowered and equipped to succeed in their work, education, and other business with the university.

University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package:
Benefits information is available at www.hr.utah.edu/benefits
For more information regarding how our salary and benefit offerings impact the overall compensation here at the University of Utah, please see our
Total Compensation Calculator:
https://www.hr.utah.edu/comp/totalcomp.php

Additional Benefits:

Team members work under the direction of the University of Utah Chief Safety Officer in a dynamic 24/7 environment, with shifts during mornings, evenings, and overnight. Depending on location, employees may work 10-hour or 13-hour shifts, offering a schedule that provides ample days off, typically 3 or 4 days, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.

In addition to base pay, this position provides increased compensation through shift differential pay for swing and graveyard shifts, along with opportunities for overtime and extra earnings by supporting special events, including sporting events and stadium shows.

We prioritize professional development, mentoring, and coaching, with a strong focus on promoting internal candidates within the organization. Starting pay typically begins at $21.40/hour, and the position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including retirement plans, health and dental coverage, paid holidays and vacation, and a 50% tuition reduction for eligible University of Utah employees, their spouse/partners, and dependents.

Individuals hired in the Health Security Professional I position have the opportunity to advance into Health Security Professional II typically after two years.

• Secures buildings to prevent theft and property damage within the University Hospital, community health centers, and other University facilities as needed. Implements preventive measures to minimize potential hazards.
• Conducts foot and vehicle patrols throughout the University Hospital, community health centers, and other University facilities, including a Level 1 Trauma Center environment, as part of a proactive safety and security program. Patrols may extend to off-campus University properties, clinics, and research centers. Inspects buildings, check doors and windows and looks for signs of intrusion.
• Controls access to the University Hospital, community health centers, and other University facilities by verifying identification, monitoring vehicles and packages, and managing the limited access program for internal doors.
• Maintains detailed logs to inform department heads of potential security concerns.
• Provides special services to the University community, including escorting individuals and assisting patrons and visitors with directions.
• Monitors the security of controlled substances and valuable equipment using surveillance systems to deter theft.
• Assists hospital staff during medical emergencies by managing crowd control and providing advanced…