Public Safety Officer - Security
About The Position
MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. As a Public Safety Officer, you will help ensure a safe and welcoming environment so patients, families, and employees can focus on care, research, and education. Public Safety Officers are essential to maintaining security and supporting the mission of MD Anderson Cancer Center. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or equivalent, one year of relevant work experience, and a valid Texas driver’s license. Preferred qualifications include International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) certification. Candidates should demonstrate strong communication skills, sound judgment under pressure, and a commitment to public safety. Minimum $18.00 – Midpoint $20.54 – Maximum $23.08 per hour based on a 40-hour work week. This is a full-time position with rotating shifts that may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays. The primary work location is the MD Anderson Cancer Center campus in the Texas Medical Center. Why Us? Join a mission-driven team where your work directly supports patient care and safety. MD Anderson offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for career growth and specialized training in healthcare security.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- 1 year Relevant work experience.
- Valid and current Texas driver's license with a minimum of three year's history of verifiable driving history. With less than three years of driving history, but with a minimum of one year of driving history, a waiver may be requested.
- Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
Nice To Haves
- Customer interaction role.
- IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer One or more levels of certification (Certified Healthcare Security Officer, Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer, or Certified Healthcare Security Supervisor) from the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety Upon Hire
Responsibilities
- Provide information, directions, and assistance to patients, visitors, and staff
- Patrol campus by vehicle and on foot to monitor for suspicious activity and safety hazards
- Enforce institutional and parking regulations; issue permits and citations as needed
- Serve as a Campus Security Authority in compliance with the Clery Act
- Respond to emergencies and maintain calm, professional judgment under pressure
- Support institutional policies and ensure a safe environment for all individuals on campus
Benefits
- Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
- optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
- Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank
- paid holidays
- wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
- Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
- access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
- Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
- voluntary retirement plans
- employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
- medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
