Join a team that shares your calling
At MultiCare, you’re more than just a job title — you’re part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you’ll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.
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Position Summary
The Security Officer is a key position on our Security Services team. In this role, you provide protection over MultiCare Health System properties and facilities. You will own the responsibility for the security and safety of MultiCare patients, employees, and visitors.Responsibilities
Conduct general security in the protection of people and property and the enforcement of all applicable policies, rules, and regulations.
Deter criminal activity and misconduct utilizing tactical techniques.
Utilize Management of Aggressive Behavior skills both verbally and physically as required.
Apply the concepts of Awareness, Vigilance, Avoidance, Defense, and Escape to effectively protect and serve facility campus.
Utilize weapons detection devices to monitor patients/visitors and ensuring the removal of contraband from facility.
Apply appropriate techniques with assistive devices when engaging with combative/aggressive individuals.
Effectively operate/leverage required security equipment and tools.
Requirements
High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
Current Washington or Idaho state driver’s license (driving is not required for this position at Navos Hospital).
IAHSS basic certification or ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire date.
Minimum six (6) months of experience in police, military, or security, preferable in a health care setting.
Proof of a safe driving record (which meets established MultiCare Standards) obtained by a motor vehicle report from the appropriate state. (Not required at Navos Hospital)
BLS certification or obtained within 30 days of hire.
First Aid training within 30 days of hire.
About Tacoma General Hospital
MultiCare Tacoma General Hospital, in the heart of Tacoma, WA, is a 367-bed regional medical center delivering cutting-edge care. With a 24-hour Emergency Department, Level II Adult Trauma Center, advanced cardiac, neurological, orthopedic and robotic surgery, Tacoma General combines innovation with compassionate care. Home to the MultiCare Regional Cancer Center, a Family Birth Center and specialized neonatal care in partnership with Mary Bridge Children’s, our collaborative, mission-driven teams offer a rewarding environment for career growth and professional excellence.
About the Tacoma Community
Tacoma, just 30 miles south of Seattle, blends big-city amenities with the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. From scenic waterfronts and mountain trails to vibrant arts, dining and brewery scenes, Tacoma offers something for everyone — outdoor enthusiasts, families and young professionals alike. With strong schools and universities, it’s a city where you can live, work and play.
Why MultiCare?
Rooted in the local community
Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.
Growth and education
Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.
Well-being and support
Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.
Living our values
Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
Belonging for all
Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.
Pacific Northwest lifestyle
Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $24.83 - $35.71 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
Skills Required
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Current Washington or Idaho state driver's license, except at Navos Hospital
- IAHSS basic certification or ability to obtain within one year of hire
- At least six months of police, military, or security experience, preferably in a healthcare setting
- Proof of a safe driving record meeting MultiCare standards, except at Navos Hospital
- BLS certification or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
- First Aid training within 30 days of hire
MultiCare Health System Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about MultiCare Health System and has not been reviewed or approved by MultiCare Health System.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical and pharmacy coverage is anchored to First Choice Health with integrated pharmacy and tiered networks, and eligibility begins the first of the month after hire. Using Tier 1/MultiCare providers is positioned to deliver the highest coverage levels and lower out-of-pocket costs.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — PTO is described as generous and used for vacation, holidays, and short illness days. Company-facing descriptions present this breadth as a notable plus.
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Retirement Support — Multiple retirement programs are available (403(b), 401(a)/401(k), and a defined-benefit/cash-balance component in recent plan booklets), with the 403(b) administered by Empower since 2019. Public postings indicate broad access to employer-supported retirement savings.
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What We Do
MultiCare Health System is a not-for-profit health care organization based in Tacoma, Washington, providing hospital, clinic, primary care, specialty, emergency, and urgent care services across the state.
