Armed Security Officer
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- Location: Wichita, KS
- Facility: Via Christi, St. Francis
- Department: Armed Security
- Schedule: Day Shift 7am - 3:30pm, rotating holidays and weekends, days off to be determined | Full-time
- Sign-on Bonus: Up to $5,100
Via Christi associates are eligible for tuition discounts and priority placement in select healthcare programs through our academic partnership with Wichita State University.
- Secure the clinical environment by maintaining a highly visible, armed presence to deter violence and provide an immediate, expert response to life-safety threats.
- De-escalate high-tension situations using advanced communication and tactical positioning to ensure the safety of patients, visitors, and healthcare providers.
- Govern the facility’s emergency response by leading coordinated actions during critical incidents, ensuring all security interventions prioritize the preservation of life.
- Audit safety infrastructure and report on security hazards, ensuring that the physical environment remains a fortified yet welcoming space for healing.
- Document critical incidents with precision, providing the legal and operational clarity required for high-level risk management and regulatory compliance.
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- Security Guard obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
- Drivers License credentialed from the Kansas Department of Motor Vehicles required.
- BLS Provider preferred. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Law Enforcement preferred.
- Management of Aggressive Behavior credentialed from the Management of Aggressive Behavior Training International, Inc preferred.
- Security Professional preferred.
Education:
- High School diploma equivalency OR 1 year of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- Note: Required professional licensure/certification can be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.
Additional Preferences:
- A minimum of 1-3 years of professional experience in a security, military, or law enforcement role, preferably within a healthcare or high-traffic service environment.