Security Agent - La Jolla

Job Details

• Payroll
  
  Title:
  
  HOSP BLANK AST 2
• Department:
  Security - La Jolla
• Hiring Pay Scale: $25.00 / Hour
• Worksite:
  La Jolla
• Appointment Type:
  Career
• Appointment Percent: 100%
• Union: EX Contract
• Total Openings: 2
• Work Schedule:
  
  Variable, 8 hrs/day, Variable

#138361 Security Agent - La Jolla

Filing Deadline:
Tue 2/17/2026

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UC San Diego values and welcomes people from all backgrounds. If you are interested in being part of our team, possess the needed licensure and certifications, and feel that you have most of the qualifications and/or transferable skills for a job opening, we strongly encourage you to apply.

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment:
Apply by 02/04/2026 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Reassignment Applicants:
Eligible Reassignment clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

Under general supervision, provides protective services to assigned locations, patients, visitors, and staff. Adheres to UCSD Health Sciences and departmental quality service standards. Patrols UCSD Health Sciences premises on foot or in a vehicle to protect life and property. Manages disruptive persons professionally with a minimum use of force; controls access to restricted and security-sensitive areas; responds to fire/security alarm activations, assumes scene command in emergency situations;

observes and reports safety hazards, gives direction and assistance to UCSD Enterprise clientele. Performs other related duties and functions appropriate to the job classification as needed.

Security Agents are not sworn peace officers, are not armed, and have citizen arrest authority only.

• California Guard Registration.
• Must hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/ procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Two (2) years of security or security related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BART and IAHSS certified within six (6) months of hire date.
• Skills, knowledge, and ability essential to successfully perform the duties assigned to the position.
• Ability to adhere to dress code at all times.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

• One (1+) or more years of experience in hospital security.

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range: $50,446 - $62,744 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent: $24.16 - $30.05

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs, which may be amended or revised from time to time. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.

If applicable, life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. Our facilities include two university hospitals, a National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, Shiley Eye Institute, Sulpizio Cardiovascular Center, the only Burn Center in the county, and dozens of outpatient clinics. We invite you to join our team!

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