Security Officer, Baptist Downtown

Date Posted: May 12, 2026

Status: Full time

Shift Details: Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

We are looking to add a Security Officer to our Protective Services Department at Baptist Medical Center Downtown. This is a full-time, day shift opportunity, with the hours of 6:00 AM - 6:15 PM. Rotating weekdays and weekends are a requirement.

The Security Officer's primary function is to assure the day-to-day safety and security of patients, visitors, and employees by patrolling and monitoring the medical center properties. As patient safety and experience are top priority this growing team is currently implementing new technologies such as metal detectors.

As a Security Officer you will be responsible for:

  • Reporting any unusual circumstances, and take appropriate corrective actions

  • Insuring the protection of individuals from harm by monitoring for safety hazards

  • Providing escort services

  • Respond to unsafe situations

  • Enforce hospital parking regulations

  • Assist individuals with obtaining help for vehicle problems

Security Officer Experience:

  • 1-2 years Law Enforcement Experience

  • 1-2 years Law Enforcement Experience Preferred

  • 1-2 years Security Officer Experience Preferred

  • 1-2 years Military Experience Preferred

  • 1-2 years Security Officer Experience

  • 1-2 years Military Experience

Education & Credential Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or GED Required

  • Associate of Science Preferred

  • International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Advanced Certification Preferred Or International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Safety Certification Preferred Or International Assn for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS) Basic Certification Preferred

  • Driver's License Required

This Security Officer will be located at Baptist Downtown. If you are interested in this full-time opportunity, please apply now!

Positions designated as requiring a level II Background ( A detailed fingerprint-based screening for positions of trust that check state (FDLE) and national (FBI) criminal history) will undergo screening as a condition of employment and continued employment. For additional information, please visit Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse https://info.flclearinghouse.com/


Education Preferred

High School

Experience

  • Military Experience
  • Law Enforcement Experience
  • Security Officer Experience

License and Certification

  • Driver's License - DMVDMV

Location

Baptist Jacksonville (Downtown)
800 Prudential Dr
Jacksonville, , 32207


About Baptist Health

Chosen as the area's “Most Preferred” healthcare provider every year since 1990 according to the annual National Research Corporation study of Jacksonville area residents, Baptist Health ranks highest in the categories of Best Doctors, Best Nurses, Best Quality and Best Reputation.