Public Security Officer Weekend Option - Public Safety - Cox Medical Center Branson

Facility:
Cox Medical Center Branson

525 Branson Landing Blvd., Branson, Missouri, United States of America, 65616

Hours:

Varied

Work Shift:

Night Shift (United States of America)

Cox Health is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. Cox Health has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times. Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads. Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).

Benefits Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)

An armed officer is responsible for ensuring the safety and security of all health system staff, patients, visitors, and property. The officer fosters a secure and welcoming environment using strong public relations skills, informed awareness, and a consistently visible presence. This role involves actively identifying potential security concerns, implementing preventative, and protective measures, as needed, and seeking appropriate resolutions. The officer responds to incidents, requests assistance when necessary, and accurately documents observations and actions in department reports.

• Required:
  
  High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferred:
  Completion of the Missouri POST Licensure requirements.

• Required:
  
  No prior experience required; must be 21 years of age.
• Required:
  
  Must meet Requirements for Operating Vehicles Owned by Cox Health System Policy, which includes no serious driving violations during the past five years. Serious violations are defined in the Cox Health System Policy.

• Able to communicate clearly in a variety of situations.
• Basic computer skills.
• Strong conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to assess situations quickly and make informed decisions.
• Strong critical thinking skills.

• Required:
  
  Active Driver's License.
• Required:
  
  Complete department specific training to carry firearms upon completion of the academy training for new officers.
• Required:
  
  Must obtain IAHSS Security Officer certification within 90 days of hire.
• Preferred:
  Have and maintain a current POST Licensure through the Missouri Department of Public Safety, possessing a license with the required minimum training standards to include yearly training and certifications supported with current documentation.

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in your community? At Cox Health, we don’t just provide medical services; we've created an atmosphere where innovation, collaboration, values, and excellence come together to transform lives. Whether you desire to work in a clinical or non-clinical capacity, Cox Health has the perfect position for you! Cox Health is the region’s employer of choice because we keep our mission, vision, and values in mind with every decision for our employees and our patients.

OUR MISSION To improve the health of the communities we serve.

OUR VISION To be the best for those who need us.

OUR VALUES Safety, compassion, respect, and integrity.

Cox Health is the area leader in health care and community involvement, with six hospitals, more than 80 clinics, five ERs and more than 14,000 employees throughout southwest Missouri. We offer a wide range of treatments and services to help with whatever health needs you might have. Whether you're about to become a parent, have an illness or need medical information, we’re here for you.

And if your goal is to live a healthy, balanced life with the best tools available, we can help with that, too. We know that your health and the health of your loved ones are some of the most personal, important parts of your life. That's why we keep our Mission, Vision and Values at the center of everything we do, every day.

Thank you for choosing Cox Health.