Security Officer Armed II - Security

Join Maury Regional Health as a Security Officer Armed II and utilize your security expertise, sound judgment, and commitment to protecting others to maintain a safe and welcoming healthcare environment. Play a vital role in safeguarding patients, visitors, employees, and hospital property while supporting our mission of delivering Clinical excellence. Compassionate care. Every patient. Every day.

Location
Maury Regional Medical Center

1224 Trotwood Ave

Columbia, TN 38401

Shift

Full-Time
7 days every two weeks

Job Summary

The Security Officer Armed II is responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, employees, and hospital property through proactive patrols, emergency response, and security enforcement. This position independently monitors hospital facilities and grounds, responds to potentially dangerous situations, and helps prevent theft, vandalism, unauthorized access, and other security threats. The Security Officer collaborates with hospital personnel to address safety concerns, maintain facility security, and support a positive healthcare experience. This role also assists with training new Security Officers and maintaining accurate incident documentation to support departmental operations and organizational safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Patrol hospital buildings, grounds, parking areas, off-site facilities, and designated hospital events to identify security risks, deter criminal activity, and maintain a safe environment.
• Protect patients, visitors, employees, and hospital property by responding to threatening or disruptive situations, managing security incidents, and following established safety and emergency response procedures.
• Monitor and control facility access by securing and unlocking designated areas, protecting restricted locations, and identifying potential fire, safety, or property hazards.
• Operate and monitor the Weapons Detection System for a minimum of three hours per shift, screening individuals entering the facility and responding to prohibited items or potential threats according to established security protocols.
• Respond promptly to security requests from hospital personnel, coordinate with appropriate departments, and provide professional assistance during routine operations and emergency situations.
• Complete accurate incident reports and security documentation, communicate significant concerns to leadership, and assist with the orientation and training of newly hired Security Officers as directed.

Qualifications

• Security Armed Guard Certification through the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance within 90 Days of Hire (Required)
• Peace Officer Standards and Training (POST) Certification if Employed as a Law Enforcement Officer in Tennessee (Required, if applicable)
• 1 Year of Security, Law Enforcement, Corrections, or Investigative Experience (Required)

Why Maury Regional Health

Join an award-winning health system committed to serving the healthcare needs of southern Middle Tennessee! Benefit-eligible positions include:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans
• Employer-paid life insurance
• Retirement savings plan with employer-matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Educational Assistance, Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Forgiveness
• Career advancement navigation opportunities
• Adoption assistance services
• Financial planning programs

Maury Regional Health is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity in all aspects of the employer/employee relationship. Maury Regional Health grants equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origins (including ancestry), genetic information, disability, age, military/national guard/veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression, or other status protected by state or federal law. Statements made by applicants for employment on this application form will be checked for accuracy. Maury Regional Health campuses are tobacco-free. All tobacco use is prohibited.