Security Officer - CSO

About the role

We are searching for a full-time, night shift Security Officer for Texas Children's Hospital- North Austin — someone who works well in a fast-paced setting. In this position, you will provide a safe and secure environment during the shift within the boundaries of the assigned position and/or post. You will assist the general public, staff or patients in all matters of safety and security.

Responsibilities

You will patrol an assigned area and/or facility. You stand post as instructed and serve as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and client rule infractions; detect suspicious activities; watch for criminal acts or client/parent rule infractions and address them appropriately. You respond to all incidents by providing assistance as needed, protecting personnel and property within reason, and securing the incident scene until properly relieved. You conduct initial investigation of incidents and are responsible for documenting incident details and completing all appropriate reports and forms, as necessary.

• Provide security functions in a designated patrol position and/or posts during varying hours and shifts
• Periodically foot patrol specific buildings assigned, observing visitors, patient and staff for compliance to the organization’s rules and protocol
• Ensure that the required sign-in logs and documents are properly maintained as prescribed by departmental procedures
• Operate company vehicles and other assigned duties
• Monitor traffic and parking in designated areas
• May respond in the case of an emergency and use AED, or assist in providing basic life support, and utilize Personal Protective Equipment
• Attend and complete hospital and departmental required training

Requirements

• H.S. Diploma or GED Required
• Texas Driver's License Required
• Must be able to pass a review of motor vehicle record and background check
• LCSO - Commissioned Security Officer License preferred
• 1 Year Experience Preferred

About Us

Texas Children’s presence in Austin helps support a pediatric population of more than half a million and keeps kids healthy and happy from birth to adulthood. Texas Children’s first health care location in Austin, Texas Children’s Urgent Care West Gate, opened in March 2018, providing high quality pediatric-focused care after hours and on weekends. There are now more than 15 Texas Children’s Pediatric primary care practices in the greater Austin area providing full-service family care including routine childhood immunizations, well visits, and sick care. Our Specialty Care Center in Austin includes a multidisciplinary group of pediatric specialists committed to providing comprehensive care across a wide spectrum of services. Texas Children’s Hospital North Austin, is our new state-of-the-art facility providing world-class pediatric and maternal care to Austin families.