Senior Public Safety Officer - Security

Overview

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center in Houston is one of the world’s most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education and prevention. It was named the nation’s No. 1 hospital for cancer care in U.S. News & World Report’s  rankings. It is one of the nation’s original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

As a Senior Public Safety Officer, you’ll help create a secure and welcoming environment that allows our patients, families, and staff to focus on what matters most—care, healing, and discovery. This role offers the chance to provide leadership, training, and guidance within our Public Safety team, while directly protecting people and property.

JOB HIGHLIGHTS

• Leadership Role:
  Mentor, train, and support Public Safety Officers
• Mission-Driven Work:
  Protect one of the world’s leading cancer centers
• Career Growth:
  Opportunities for advancement within MD Anderson
• Team Impact:
  Handle special assignments with high-profile customer interactions

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Patrol property by vehicle and on foot, ensuring a safe and secure environment
• Manage door screenings, access control, and lock/unlock procedures
• Support morgue duty, package delivery, animal deliveries, parking, traffic control, and response calls
• Prepare accurate incident and departmental reports
• Operate and monitor security technology systems, reporting issues as needed
• Assist motorists, provide escort services, and relieve dispatchers when required
• Lead, train, mentor, and evaluate Public Safety Officers on your team

SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong leadership, mentoring, and team development skills
• Calm under pressure with sound decision-making in emergencies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Commitment to customer service and institutional safety

SCHEDULE & WORK ENVIRONMENT

This is a full-time position. In this role, you are considered ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL
. Officers work within a healthcare campus environment and may rotate across posts. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

BENEFITS

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Paid time off and institutional holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development resources
• Clear pathways for advancement within MD Anderson

EDUCATION

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Preferred: Associate’s Degree

EXPERIENCE

Required: Minimum 2 years as a Public Safety Officer or related experience

LICENSES

Required: Valid Class A, B or C Texas driver’s license.

CERTIFICATIONS

Preferred: International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) certification

OTHER

Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Requisition
• Employment Status:
  Full-Time
• Employee Status:
  Regular
• Work Week:
  Varied
• Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 40,000
• Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 46,000
• Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 52,000
• FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
• Fund Type:
  Hard
• Work Location:
  
  Onsite
• Pivotal Position:
  Yes
• Referral Bonus Available?:
  Yes
• Relocation Assistance Available?:
  No