Armed Security

Moffitt Cancer Center

1d • $20 - $30

About The Position

The Armed Security Officer plays a critical role in maintaining a safe and secure environment for patients, staff, visitors, and guests at Moffitt Cancer Center. The position responds promptly and effectively to emergency situations, including active threats and alarm activations, and enforces institutional policies such as the weapons-free campus. The officer conducts security patrols, monitors surveillance systems, investigates incidents, assists with calls for medical aid, and manages sensitive situations such as employee terminations and prisoner security. The role also provides customer service through screening, access control, and visitor assistance.

Candidates need at least five years of relevant professional experience, though an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and/or relevant experience may be considered. A high school diploma or GED is required; a bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field is preferred. The position requires a driver's license and specified Florida security and firearm licenses, which must be obtained within the stated periods after hire, as well as IAHSS Basic Certification. CPR, self-defense, and Axon/Taser certifications must be obtained within 12 months of hire. Candidates must pass the required psychological screening, assessment panel, and firearms qualification course.

Requirements

• At least five years of relevant professional experience in law enforcement, military service, security, investigations, or a closely related field; an equivalent combination of education, training, certifications, and/or relevant experience may be considered.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Driver's license; must obtain a Florida license within six months of hire.
• Florida Class D Security Officer License, to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• Florida Class G Firearm License, to be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• IAHSS Basic Certification.
• CPR certification, to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Self-defense certification, to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Axon/Taser certification, to be obtained within 12 months of hire.
• Strong observational and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to respond to emergencies calmly and effectively.
• Proficiency with security equipment, including firearms, tasers, and handcuffs.
• Ability to use security technology systems, including cameras, weapon detection, alarms, and access control.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of healthcare security procedures and patient privacy regulations (HIPAA).
• Familiarity with local, state, and federal laws governing security officers and the use of force, including firearms.
• Ability to meet physical requirements associated with required training and employer-required certification fitness assessments.
• Must pass an employer-required psychological screening.
• Must pass an employer-required armed security officer assessment panel.
• Must pass a firearms qualification course.
• Must meet the physical requirements associated with required training for certification fitness assessments, as required by the employer.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field.
• Stop the Bleed Certification.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly and effectively to emergencies, including active threats and alarm activations.
• Enforce institutional policies, including the weapons-free campus policy.
• Conduct regular security patrols.
• Monitor surveillance systems.
• Investigate incidents to uphold safety standards.
• Assist with calls for medical aid.
• Manage sensitive situations, including employee terminations and prisoner security.
• Support screening processes and access control.
• Assist visitors and provide customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED