Public Safety Officer - Security, Houston

Public Safety Officer
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 $***** Midpoint $***** Maximum $***** 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.
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.
Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.
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
Requirements
Education: Required: High school diploma or equivalent
Work Experience: Required: One year of relevant work experience
Licenses and Certifications: Required: Valid Class A, B or C Texas driver's license Preferred: International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) certification
Other Requirements: Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources