Security Officer - Sergeant at Texas Children's Hospital

Austin, Texas, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Field supervision, Patrol, Investigative work, Security operations, Emergency response, Traffic monitoring, Equipment inspection, Customer service, Administrative support, Physical fitness, Vehicle operation

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

We are searching for a Sergeant Security Officer at Texas Children's Hospital, North Austin Campus -- 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 Job Duties & Responsibilities * 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 * 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. 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. Skills & Requirements * 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 Texas Children’s presence in Austin helps support a pediatric population of more than half a million and keeps kids healthy and happy from birth to adulthood. Texas Children’s first health care location in Austin, Texas Children’s Urgent Care West Gate, opened in March 2018, providing high quality pediatric-focused care after hours and on weekends. There are now more than 15 Texas Children’s Pediatric primary care practices in the greater Austin area providing full-service family care including routine childhood immunizations, well visits, and sick care. Our Specialty Care Center in Austin includes a multidisciplinary group of pediatric specialists committed to providing comprehensive care across a wide spectrum of services. Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, is our new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin families. To join our community of more than 15,000 dedicated team members, visit texaschildrenspeople.org [https://clicktime.symantec.com/15xWC4fUiyXC26ijjYEvv?h=cDmevvDiYWPjwR64iysCuyykn62t7w3YHzzea4d09Pw=&u=https://www.texaschildrenspeople.org/]. Texas Children’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All applicants and employees are considered and evaluated for positions at Texas Children's without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.

Responsibilities

The Security Sergeant performs field supervision of patrol and investigative activities while ensuring the safety of staff, patients, and visitors. They also provide administrative support and act as a shift supervisor in the absence of the lieutenant or manager.