Security Officer I

About the role

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center. At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Responsibilities

• Patrol, protect, and secure all Harris Health System buildings and grounds.
• Promote safety and security at all locations.
• Respond to crisis intervention team activations and assist by providing security for the area.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Basic Life Support certification (must be completed within six months of employment).
• Valid Texas Driver's License.
• TPSB III registration with the Texas Private Security Bureau (must be registered within 90 days of employment).
• E-1 availability during disaster situations.
• Ability to understand and communicate English effectively in both verbal and written form.

Skills

• Above-average verbal communication (heavy public contact).
• Writing and report proficiency.
• Proficiency with MS Word, PC, and typing.
• Ability to operate PC-based electronic access control, CCTV, and parking systems.
• Ability to operate handheld radio systems.
• Ability to operate patrol vehicle.

Schedule

• Weekends
• Flexible
• Overtime
• Holidays