Security Officer - Sergeant

We are searching for a full time, night shift Sergeant - Security Officer at Texas Children's Hospital- Medical Center -- someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will perform field supervision of patrol and standing post activities, supervise and personally perform investigative work, and perform assigned administrative activities in carrying out the directions of the Commissioned Security Lieutenant or above. In addition, the Commissioned Security Sergeant is to assist in protecting the staff, patients, visitors, and assets of Texas Children's Hospital. To support the Texas Children's Hospital by providing a visible front-line supervisory presence, efficiently handling customer inquiries, and requests for assistance, conducting weapons and equipment inspections and documents as needed, and ensuring smooth traffic flow. To provide support to the Security Operations Managers and Lieutenants as required. Acts as a shift supervisor in the absence of the lieutenant or manager as directed.

Think you’ve got what it takes?

• →Provides supervisory security functions at designated posts and patrol locations
• →Patrols the Hospital
• →Monitors traffic and parking in designated areas
• →Operates Texas Children’s Hospital vehicles and other assigned duties
• →Responds to emergency situations
• →Attends training and keeps certifications up to date
• →Limited Supervisory Duties
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  As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy workplace, all successful candidates will be required to undergo respiratory fit testing in compliance with occupational health and safety standards.

   

• H.S. Diploma or GED required
• LCSO - Commissioned Security Officer by the Texas Department of Public Safety - Private Security Board, acquired within 180 days of entering the role required
• CAHSO - Cert Adv Healthcare Sec Officer by the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety (IAHSS), acquired within 90 days of entering the role required
• TDR - Texas Driver's License by the State of Texas, acquired within 90 days of entering the role required
• Must pass a Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check demonstrating a clear driving record as defined by the routine driver qualifications outlined in the Texas Children's Fleet Safety Policy and Procedure by the job entry date. Must also maintain a clean driving record
• Must pass a Physical Fitness Test performed by Texas Children's Employee Health Services and/or an affiliate by the job entry date
• 3 years Security, law enforcement, or military experience required
• A Bachelor's degree may substitute for 2 years of the required security, law enforcement, or military experience