Specialized Security Services

Core Job Summary

The Specialized Security Services Officer (SSSO) is a highly trained member of the Public Safety team responsible for rapid response to high-risk incidents, including active shooter or armed intruder threats. This position requires advanced tactical readiness, exceptional judgment under pressure, and a commitment to protecting life and ensuring the safety of patients, visitors, staff, and medical personnel across all UHealth facilities.

The SSSO serves as a visible deterrent to potential violence, responds decisively to immediate life‑threatening events, and operates as part of a coordinated tactical unit to contain and stabilize critical incidents until law enforcement arrives.

• Conducts regular patrols of assigned areas, both on foot and by vehicle, in all weather conditions.

• Ensures a safe and secure environment for patients, visitors, staff, and property.

• Responds immediately to all emergencies, security and disaster situations.

• Provides assistance and directions to patients, visitors and employees.

• Enforces security and safety policies in compliance with system procedures and applicable laws.

• Maintains accurate, detailed, and timely report submission.

• Safeguards confidentiality and exercises sound judgement in all interactions.

• Engages and when necessary, physically controls acts of aggression or violence.

• Ensures proper use, maintenance, and readiness of all security equipment.

• Maintains effective communication and collaboration with other members of the Public Safety Department.

• Performs other duties as assigned to support departmental operations.

• Control building access, prevent property loss or damage, and enforce university and departmental policies.

• Respond to building alarms and security system alerts.

• Monitor and report safety hazards, system failures, and security risks.

• Use sound judgement to ensure fair and impartial enforcement of policies.

• Maintain accurate, legible, and timely submission of reports for all incidents and activities.

• Perform other duties as assigned to ensure the effective operation of the department.

• Officer may be assigned or reassigned to alternate work locations on a rotating, monthly basis as operational needs require, or at the discretion of the Executive Director.

• Other duties as assigned.

• Ability to pass a psychological assessment.

High School diploma or equivalent required.

• Class D Security license from the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (state‑issued license or proof of application within first 30 days of employment).

• Class G Armed Security license from the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (state‑issued license or proof of application within first 30 days of employment).

• Valid Florida driver’s license.

Specialized Security Services Officer 1

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience required (healthcare setting preferred).

Specialized Security Services Officer 2

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience required (healthcare setting preferred).

• Minimum 3 years’ experience in the military or high‑risk security operations.

Specialized Security Services Officer 3

• Minimum of 6 years of relevant experience required (healthcare setting preferred).

• Minimum three (3) years of experience in law enforcement, military, or high‑risk security operations.

• Basic computer skills.

• Ability to write concise detailed reports with proper spelling and grammar.

• Ability to make rapid, sound decisions under stress.

Any relevant education, certifications and/or work experience may be considered.

This is a core job profile description and is not reflective of all duties that may be assigned to a specific position in each individual department. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and primary responsibilities of this core job profile. Specific duties and tasks may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned to the above consistent with the knowledge, skills, and abilities required for the job.

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