Security Officer – Full Time – Evening Shift – Jefferson Washington Twp

Security Officer – Full Time – Evening Shift – Jefferson Washington Twp

Philadelphia, United States

Company
Thomas Jefferson University and Hospitals
Location
Philadelphia, PA
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
19 hours ago
Via
via Security Guards Only

Job Description
Job Details

Provides maximum protection for the safety and security of university and hospital personnel, patients, students, visitors and Jefferson assets. Performs security duties either at a fixed post, or on patrol or while making rounds of buildings and grounds. Responses to calls for service. Checks for unauthorized persons, general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Capable of being assigned to any fixed post or patrol duties in any environment, and on any shift. Assists patients/visitors/students by giving directions or information when requested.
β€’ Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.
β€’ Performs security patrols at either fixed post or on patrol, including general security violations and fire or safety hazards. Verifies the appropriateness of persons on property by checking identification badges and escorting all unauthorized persons from campus as necessary.
β€’ Responds promptly to calls for service, including priority or serious incidents, problems or emergencies. Notifies supervisor (Sergeant or Lieutenant) of conditions. May be required to diffuse emergency situations with conflict resolution skills.
β€’ Investigates and documents reports on accidents, incidents or suspicious activities. Maintains daily patrol log during tours. Submits completed log to Sergeant/Shift Supervisor upon completion of tour. Provides follow-up information to Security Investigator and/or Lieutenant as directed.
β€’ Provides assistance to employees, students, patients, patient family and visitors as incidents occur, including security escorts upon request.
β€’ Assist with campus parking issues; patrol parking lots and parking lot equipment.
β€’ Supports safety teams, including assisting the Trauma Team with the landing of helicopters and with fire-related emergencies. Enforces all No Smoking environments both inside and outside on the campus.
β€’ Performs other related security, safety and protection duties as assigned, including but not limited to the support loss prevention (i.e. inspecting deliveries and packages) and assisting with the training of new security staff as directed.

Job Description

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
β€’ High School Diploma or equivalent required.
β€’ Prior security, police or military experience is preferred. Experience in campus/hospital security, law enforcement, or other related Criminal Justice agencies strongly preferred.
β€’ PA only: Valid ACT 235 Certification required within 90 days of hire.
β€’ Valid driver’s License required to work at certain Jefferson locations.
β€’ Must be able to understand all responsibilities and technology associated with the 24-hour Security Response Center (SRC).
β€’ Ability to function effectively with Microsoft desktop applications (i.e. Word, E-mail).
β€’ Ability to work all shifts, and rotate between shifts as needed.
β€’ This is a highly visible uniform position. Officers must be able to present excellent appearance at all times and also be equipped with all required security instruments.

Salary Range

$17.78 to $25.33 Hourly

The actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.

Work Shift

Workday Evening (United States of America)

Worker Sub Type

Regular

Employee Entity

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc

Primary Location Address

435 Hurffville-Cross Keys Rd, Turnersville, New Jersey, United States of America

Nationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow’s professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research. Thomas Jefferson University , home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students. Jefferson Health , nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. Jefferson Health Plans is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

Benefits

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps ), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

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Q What is the median annual salary for security guards in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median annual wage for security guards is $41,170 in 2026. Entry-level wages at the 10th percentile are $29,970 annually or $14.41 per hour, while top earners at the 90th percentile make $59,920 annually. Full-time positions assume 2,080 hours per year at the median hourly rate of $19.80.
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