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Security Officer - Per Diem

Mineola, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Security Officer - Per Diem. In this role, the successful candidate Patrol Hospital buildings and grounds. Hold post on an assigned shift ...

Security Officer - Per Diem

Mineola, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Security Officer - Per Diem. In this role, the successful candidate Patrol Hospital buildings and grounds. Hold post on an assigned shift ...

Security Officer - Per Diem

Mineola, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Security Officer - Per Diem. In this role, the successful candidate Patrol Hospital buildings and grounds. Hold post on an assigned shift ...

Security Officer Per Diem

Belmont, MA · On-site

$23.34 - $33.37/hr

Job Summary PER DIEM - Rotating Shift Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for ...

Security Officer Per Diem

Belmont, MA · On-site

$23.34 - $33.37/hr

Job Summary PER DIEM - Rotating Shift Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for ...

Security Officer Per Diem

Belmont, MA · On-site

$23.34 - $33.37/hr

Job Summary PER DIEM - Rotating Shift Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for ...

Security Officer - per diem

Boston, MA · On-site

$22.22 - $31.71/hr

Job Summary Per Diem - nights Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and ...

Security Officer - Per Diem

Langhorne, PA · On-site

$15 - $18/hr

Security Officer Employment Type: Pool as needed Shift: Varied Shifts and weekends Location: St. Mary Medical Center Position Purpose * The Security Officer is responsible for the security of ...

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How much do security officer per diem jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for security officer per diem in the United States is $17.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a security officer per diem?

A Security Officer Per Diem is a flexible, on-call security position where officers work as needed rather than on a set schedule. These officers provide security services, including monitoring premises, enforcing regulations, and responding to incidents. Per diem roles are ideal for individuals looking for supplemental income or those with varying availability. Employers rely on per diem officers to fill in during staff shortages or high-demand periods.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the security officer per diem position?

To thrive as a Security Officer Per Diem, you need a solid understanding of security procedures, situational awareness, and the ability to respond quickly to incidents, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent and sometimes state licensure. Familiarity with surveillance equipment, access control systems, and incident reporting software is often required. Strong communication, reliability, and conflict resolution skills help you work effectively with both the public and security teams. These competencies ensure that you can maintain a secure environment and rapidly address safety concerns on an as-needed, flexible basis.

What does the typical schedule and work environment look like for a security officer per diem?

As a Security Officer Per Diem, your shifts are usually scheduled on an as-needed basis to cover staff shortages, special events, or peak activity times, offering a high degree of flexibility. You may work in a variety of settings, such as hospitals, office buildings, event venues, or educational institutions, often alongside a diverse team of security professionals and facility staff. Your daily responsibilities include monitoring premises, patrolling designated areas, responding to alarms or incidents, and interacting with visitors or employees as needed. This flexible arrangement is ideal for those seeking variable hours or supplemental income while gaining valuable security experience.

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Infographic showing various Security Officer Per Diem job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 87% Full Time, 11% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,678 per year, or $17.2 per hour.

Security Officer, Per Diem

Mass General Brigham

Charlestown, MA • On-site

$17.50 - $20.75/hr

Other

Posted 9 days ago


Brigham and Women's Hospital rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 101 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

118th of 1,062 rated hospitals


Job description

Security Officer

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

Job Summary

Provides a safe and secure environment for hospital patients, visitors, and employees by enforcing hospital security regulations and by continuously watching for and reporting potential safety hazards and unusual occurrences in a timely manner through patrol of assigned areas. Investigate complaints or potential criminal conduct; assist in restraining patients as necessary; provide protective services. Possesses and exhibits excellent customer service skills. If applicable, responsible for the arrest of criminal suspects under the authority of State Special Police license.

Essential Functions
  • Patrols assigned areas, giving particular attention to those areas where security problems have occurred.
  • Identifies unsafe conditions and improperly secured areas/property to help prevent theft, injuries or damages to Hospital property, patients, visitors and employees.
  • Maintains strict confidentiality standards at all times.
  • Investigates thefts, shortages, and other complaints involving potential criminal misconduct by questioning individuals involved with specific incidents; notifies appropriate law enforcement agencies of potential/real civil or criminal misconduct and detains suspicious individuals as appropriate; when authorized, will make arrests as appropriate; participates in subsequent court proceedings as required.
  • Prepares and submits written reports in a complete and accurate manner; makes notations in the log of all incidents; keeps the Supervisor informed at all times.
  • Maintains accountability for valuables/property and forms of evidence coming into the incumbent's custody; ensures safekeeping; maintains documentation.
  • Performs as Dispatcher utilizing "state-of-the-art" integrated security systems; radio dispatches personnel to respond to occurrences and phone calls for assistance; provides and maintains documentation.
  • Participates in assistance with workplace and domestic victims; responds to medical emergencies; when authorized, assists in the restraint of patients; involved in the protection of dignitaries; controls pedestrian and vehicular traffic.
  • Voluntary participation in various departmental committees, task forces, and teams.
Qualifications

Education
Bachelor's Degree Criminal Justice preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Experience
Experience in hospital, security/police, emergency medical or customer services 3-5 years preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Strong interpersonal communication and customer service skills. Recognize, acknowledge, respect, and effectively interact with all people, establish positive relationships, and gain the trust and respect of others.
- Ability to deal with and effectively de-escalate anxious/stressed people and manage aggression.
- Works effectively both independently and in teams. Able to multitask.
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Critical and analytical thinking, good judgment, prioritization, industriousness, and creative solutions for positive outcomes.
- Customer service skills: accessible, energetic, concerned, empathetic, positive attitude, collaborative, and flexible.
- Displays a positive image, tact, and diplomacy, actively listens, and articulates effectively.
- Demonstrates the understanding of community policing, risk analysis, and crime prevention concepts and practices.
- Strong writing skills to provide and maintain documentation to support data.
- Intermediate computer skills: typing and use of database software.

Physical Requirements
  • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
  • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
  • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
  • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
  • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
  • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
  • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
  • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
  • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
  • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
  • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
  • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 300 First Avenue

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range: $23.34 - $33.37/Hourly

Grade: 5At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.


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