Jay Jacobs
Happy Valley
Summary
Veteran Safety/ Security Officer with approximately 10 years of Hospital experience in the Vancouver/ Portland area. Dedicated to Customer Service and bringing Friendly Professionalism to the Environment. Knowledge of Hospital Practices to protect Patients and Staff within the Industry. Seasoned Hospital Security Officer offering comprehensive background in hospital security and safety regulations. Skilled in identifying potential risks, implementing preventive measures, and responding to emergencies promptly and effectively. Strengths include conflict resolution, team collaboration, and strong communication skills. Previous roles demonstrate significant impact in fostering safer hospital environments through vigilant surveillance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wildland Firefighter
Clackamas County Fire Department
Boring
04.2025 - 10.2025
- Responded to wildfires with rapid deployment and effective firefighting techniques.
- Operated firefighting equipment including hoses, pumps, and aerial support units.
- Participated in training sessions on fire behavior and safety protocols for crew members.
- Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
- Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
Security Officer
Talon Protection Group LLC
Milwaukie
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of property and personnel.
- Conducted regular patrols to detect and prevent suspicious activities.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
Safety/Security Officer
Kaiser Permanente
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
Security Officer
Legacy Health Unity Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2022
- Eliminated downtime and maximized Customer Service by providing top Quality Professionalism.
- Drove operational improvements which resulted in Safer Environments and Improved Customer Satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented performance improvement strategies and plans to promote Safety for Patients, Visitors, and Staff.
- Supervised and Coached Fellow Officers Improving within the Team to provide Top Service and Maintain Safety in our Environment.
Security Officer
Metro Watch Security
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Worked in a Hospital setting Providing Optimal Customer Service through General guidance and Policy enforcement.
- Assisted Healthcare workers through Safety/ Security duties such as Access control, Patrolling the Assigned properties Internally and Externally, Responding to Codes, and Enforcing Policies set by the Administration.
- Patrolled in Company vehicles, between On-site at the Hospital and on the Patrol Division throughout Vancouver checking Properties and Responding to Reports of Suspicious and Illegal activities.
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps, USMC
06.2010 - 07.2014
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Led basic reconnaissance operations and reported enemy movements to commanding officers.
- Met with Local Community Leaders Over-Seas to Help Build report and Trust in Combat Environments.
- Instructed personnel in de-escalation and conflict resolution techniques for use in foreign national negotiations and cooperative actions.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mark Morris High School
Longview, WA06.2010
Some College (No Degree) - Wildfire Fire Sciene
Clackamas Community College
Oregon City, ORSkills
- Federal and State Regulation Compliance
- CCTV Monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Law Enforcement Collaboration
- De-escalation Techniques
- Incident Reporting
- First Aid Training
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Security Team Coordination
- CPR Certified
- Team Leadership
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Microsoft Office
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Cooperative Attitude
- Safety And Security
- Crime Prevention Methods
Certification
DPSST Licensed for 10 Years. (Ready to renew)
CPR Certified.
CPR Certified.
Timeline
Wildland Firefighter
Clackamas County Fire Department
04.2025 - 10.2025
Security Officer
Talon Protection Group LLC
12.2024 - 01.2025
Safety/Security Officer
Kaiser Permanente
03.2022 - 10.2024
Security Officer
Legacy Health Unity Hospital
05.2017 - 03.2022
Security Officer
Metro Watch Security
08.2014 - 06.2017
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps, USMC
06.2010 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Mark Morris High School
Some College (No Degree) - Wildfire Fire Sciene
Clackamas Community College