Job Details

Overview

Join to apply for the Security Agent - 136448 role at UC San Diego Health.

Extended deadline: Tue 9/23/2025. Apply to be considered for this position.

Description

Under general supervision, provides protective services to assigned locations, patients, visitors, and staff. Adheres to UCSD Health Sciences and departmental quality service standards. Patrols UCSD Health Sciences premises on foot or in a vehicle to protect life and property. Manages disruptive persons professionally with a minimum use of force; controls access to restricted and security-sensitive areas; responds to fire/security alarm activations, assumes scene command in emergency situations; observes and reports safety hazards, gives direction and assistance to UCSD Enterprise clientele. Performs other related duties and functions appropriate to the job classification as needed.

Security Agents are not sworn peace officers, are not armed, and have citizen arrest authority only.

Minimum Qualifications

• California Guard Registration.
• Must hold valid driver's license, have a driving record that is in accordance with local policies/procedures, and/or enroll in the California Employer Pull Notice Program.
• Two (2) years of security or security-related experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• BART and IAHSS certified within six (6) months of hire date.
• Skills, knowledge, and ability essential to successfully perform the duties assigned to the position.
• Ability to adhere to dress code at all times.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times.

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1+) or more years of experience in hospital security.

Special Conditions

• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be willing to work various hours and locations based on business needs.

Pay Transparency and Compensation

Pay Transparency Act: Annual Full Pay Range: $50,446 - $62,744 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: $24.16 - $30.05.

Factors in determining compensation include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).

Additional Requirements

• If employed by the University, you will be required to comply with the Policy on Vaccination Programs. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements.
• Life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment; online-only certification is not acceptable if applicable.

UC San Diego Health is the only academic health system in the San Diego region, providing leading-edge care in patient care, biomedical research, education, and community service. We invite you to join our team!

Equal Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. For more information, visit UCOP Anti-Discrimination policy and UCSD Principles of Community. UC San Diego Health maintains a smoke-free environment and a drug-free workplace where applicable.