Hospital Security Officer

Hospital Security Officer – UW Medical Center Northwest – Department of Public Safety

UW Medical Center‑Northwest – Department of Public Safety has an outstanding opportunity for a Hospital Security Officer.

• 100% FTE
• Variable Shifts

The UW Medicine Department of Public Safety at UW Medical Center‑Northwest is a team of certified security professionals dedicated to ensuring a safe environment. Our services include security patrols, safety escorts, admits, and responding to calls for assistance.

Protect the security and safety of patients, visitors and 2,000‑plus employees across a full-service, 44‑acre medical center campus in North Seattle.

• Maintain security and safety through inspection of buildings and grounds.
• Possess superior customer service skills, offering support and understanding in dealing with patients, staff, faculty and visitors.
• Tactfully confront individuals and gain their trust for authority, de‑escalating anger to bring about satisfactory solutions.
• Investigate incidents and crimes with the aptitude to complete clear, concise and accurate incident reports and other documentation.
• Patrol and inspect interior and exterior of facility, on foot or in a vehicle. Respond promptly and safely to calls for assistance and “code” calls throughout UWMC.
• Evict, hold or detain persons when directed to do so by the appropriate law enforcement agency, clinical or administrative authority.

• High school graduation or equivalent.
• Possess a valid driver's license.
• No previous felony convictions.
• Two years full‑time college in police science or allied field OR two years of police or campus security experience.

Equivalent education and/or experience may substitute for minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license, certification, and/or registration.

• Pay Range Minimum: $26.58 hourly
• Pay Range Maximum: $38.60 hourly
• Other Compensation:
  
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• Benefits:
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• Shift: Alternate Work Shift (United States of America)
• Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position
• FTE (Full‑Time Equivalent): 100.00%
• Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ().

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206‑543‑6450 or dso.

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ().

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.