Armed Security Officer

• Location: Wichita, KS
• Facility: Via Christi, St. Francis
• Department: Armed Security
• Schedule: Evening Shift 3pm - 11:30pm, 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.