Armed Security

Moffitt Cancer Center

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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 role 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 regular security patrols, monitors surveillance systems, and investigates incidents to uphold safety standards. The position also assists with calls for medical aid, manages sensitive situations such as employee terminations and prisoner security, and provides customer service through screening processes, access control, and visitor assistance. The role requires vigilance, sound judgment, and professionalism in managing a range of security-related tasks.

The minimum education requirement is a high school diploma or GED. A bachelor's degree in criminal justice or a related field is preferred. Required credentials include a driver's license, IAHSS Basic Certification, and Florida Class D Security Officer and Class G Firearm licenses, which must be obtained within 90 days of hire; a Florida license must be obtained within six months of hire. CPR, self-defense, and Axon/Taser certification must be obtained within 12 months of hire. Candidates must also pass the required psychological screening, armed security officer assessment panel, and firearms qualification course.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Driver's license; a Florida license must be obtained 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 use of force, including firearms.
• Ability to meet the physical requirements associated with required training and employer-required fitness assessments.
• Ability to pass an employer-required psychological screening.
• Ability to pass an employer-required armed security officer assessment panel.
• Ability to pass a firearms qualification course.

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 and 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, access control, and visitor assistance while providing customer service.

What This Job Offers

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