Security Officer Armed

Ascension • Round Rock, TX

13d • Onsite

About The Position

The Security Officer Armed performs proactive monitoring and timely responses to potential or actual security threats. The role investigates, documents, and manages security incidents and hazards, and maintains knowledge of and follows policies and procedures related to alarms and emergency and disaster preparedness plans. The officer may facilitate planned drills and simulations and provides information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety. Officers responsible for operating a vehicle must do so safely and responsibly to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

The position is based at Seton Medical Ctr Williamson in Austin, Texas, in the Security department. It is full-time with a weekend option.

Requirements

• Texas Department of Public Safety driver's license credential, obtained before the hire date or job transfer date.
• Within four months (120 days) of hire or job transfer, obtain at least one of the following: Law Enforcement credential; Security Professional credential from the Texas Department of Public Safety; or Security Guard specializing in Weapon Permit credential from the Texas Department of Public Safety.
• High school diploma equivalency or one year of applicable cumulative job-specific experience. Required professional licensure or certification may be used in lieu of education or experience, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider certification; American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

Responsibilities

• Proactively monitor for and respond to potential or actual security threats.
• Investigate, document, and manage security incidents and hazards.
• Maintain knowledge of and follow policies and procedures regarding alarms and emergency/disaster preparedness plans.
• May facilitate planned drills and simulations.
• Provide information and assistance to staff and visitors to promote safety.
• If responsible for operating a vehicle, operate it safely and responsibly to avoid accidents and traffic or parking violations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, plus HSA/FSA options.
• Employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability insurance, and life insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays, prorated as applicable.
• Ascension-paid tuition through Vocare, tuition reimbursement, professional development, and online learning.
• Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resources.
• Parental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefits.
• Optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings, and other benefits.

What This Job Offers

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