Safety&Security Officer

Catholic Health is seeking a Safety and Security Officer to join the team at the St. Charles Campus of Good Samaritan University Hospital in Port Jefferson, New York. The role is onsite and part-time, with a night schedule that runs Sunday through Tuesday from midnight to 8 a.m., and weekend shifts are included. The position carries the internal tracking reference Req ID 68612. This is a chance to contribute to a hospital environment known for safety and high-quality care, while supporting staff, patients and visitors in a busy campus setting.

Located in Port Jefferson, the St. Charles Campus balances advanced clinical work with a long-standing commitment to compassionate care. The hospital has earned a Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade “A” and a CMS 5-Star Quality Rating, and it is recognized for strengths in maternal and child services, orthopedics, rehabilitation, bariatric surgery and emergency care. As part of Catholic Health, the campus emphasizes evidence-based, patient-centered care that strengthens the surrounding community.

The Safety and Security Officer role is designed for someone who thrives in a security-focused environment and enjoys patrols, incident documentation and collaboration with a broader safety team. It’s a good fit for those who want to contribute to a hospital setting where protecting staff, visitors and patients is a daily priority, especially during night hours when vigilance is essential.

A night shift that keeps a campus safe

The day-to-day duties center on maintaining a secure environment across the hospital and its grounds. You’ll patrol the facility and its exterior areas, keep an eye on visitor flow and parking compliance, and monitor lighting and access points to deter potential security issues. You’ll also assess the condition of parking fields, curbing and sidewalks to ensure safe movement around the campus. Enforcing hospital security regulations is core to the role, and you’ll be part of the Emergency Management Response Team, ready to respond to emergencies as needed. When incidents occur, you’ll document them through written reports and carry out other related duties that support the safety program.

What you’ll need to join the team

Must-haves set the baseline for the job and show you can hit the ground running. You’ll need a high school diploma or GED, a NYS Security Officer License, and a valid driver’s license. The hospital also looks for candidates who bring experience from law enforcement, though that background is preferred rather than required. These elements help ensure you can handle patrols, parking enforcement, incident reporting and the coordination that comes with hospital security operations.

• At least a high school diploma or an equivalent credential
• New York State Security Officer License
• A valid driver’s license

Nice-to-haves are additional background that can help you stand out. Prior experience in law enforcement is noted as a plus and can translate well to the role’s responsibilities and teamwork within the security structure.

• Previous experience in law enforcement is a plus

Pay, schedule and on-site realities

The position pays hourly, with a rate range of USD $25.00 to USD $29.00 per hour. The job is part-time and onsite, with a night shift schedule that runs Sunday through Tuesday from midnight to 8 a.m., and weekend coverage as part of the regular schedule. Location is Port Jefferson, New York. In addition to the base pay, Catholic Health notes a benefits package that includes generous plans, tuition assistance opportunities, a defined benefit pension plan and professional growth options.

Guidance for strong applicants

Put the most relevant credentials up front on your resume. Lead with your high school diploma or GED, your NYS Security Officer License and your valid driver’s license, then show how you’ve applied those credentials in a hospital or security setting, especially in patrols, incident reporting or emergency response roles.

When you describe must-have skills, frame them with concrete examples. Mention actual patrols you’ve performed, how you monitored access and parking, how you applied security regulations on site, and your participation in an emergency management or incident-response context. If you have written incident reports, reference the kind of incidents and the level of detail you provided in your documentation.

Prepare for interviews by sharing a specific incident where you contributed to safety on a campus like this one. Be ready to discuss coordination with a security team and hospital staff, and how you stayed calm under pressure while following established procedures. A thoughtful recounting will help demonstrate your fit for a hospital environment and its unique safety needs.

Ask a targeted question about the team and the program. For example: how does the Emergency Management Response Team coordinate during an incident, and what ongoing security training or drills does the hospital offer to keep security staff sharp and up to date?