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Sr Public Safety Officer
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 2024-2025 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 and the UT System
• Team Impact: Handle special assignments with high-profile customer interactions
WHAT YOU'LL DO
• Patrol university 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
BENEFITS
• Comprehensive health, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Paid time off, holidays, and leave programs
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
EDUCATION:
Required: High School diploma or equivalent
Preferred: Associate's degree
EXPERIENCE:
Required: Two years as a Public Safety Officer or related experience. With Associate's degree, no experience required.
Preferred: Three years as a Public Safety Officer.
LICENSES and CERTIFICATIONS:
Required: Valid Class A, B or C Texas driver’s license.
Preferred: Basic Certification issued by the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety; Certified Healthcare Security Officer; Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer; Certified Healthcare Security Supervisor.
OTHER:
Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.
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. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.htm
