Senior Public Safety Officer - Security

About the Role

MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention. As a Senior Public Safety Officer, you will play a vital role in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for patients, families, and staff. This position provides leadership within the Public Safety team, ensuring security across the healthcare campus while supporting MD Anderson's mission of care, healing, and discovery. The Senior Public Safety Officer will mentor and guide team members while managing essential security operations. This role requires strong decision-making skills, the ability to respond effectively in emergencies, and a commitment to institutional safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have an associate degree, IAHSS certification, and demonstrated leadership skills in mentoring and team development. Previous experience in public safety or a related field is preferred, along with a valid Texas driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Mentor, train, and evaluate Public Safety Officers
• Provide guidance and support for team development and performance
• Patrol property by vehicle and on foot to maintain a safe environment
• Manage door screenings, access control, and lock/unlock procedures
• Operate and monitor security technology systems and report issues
• Handle morgue duty, package and animal deliveries, and parking/traffic control
• Assist motorists, provide escort services, and relieve dispatchers when needed
• Prepare accurate incident and departmental reports
• Respond to calls and make sound decisions under pressure
• Ensure compliance with institutional safety protocols

Education

Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Preferred: Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Work Experience

Required: 2 years as a Public Safety Officer or related experience. Or: With Associate's degree, no experience required.
Preferred: 3 years Public Safety Officer.

Licenses and Certifications

• Required: TDL - Texas Drivers License - Valid and current Texas driver's license with a minimum of three years history of verifiable driving history. With less than three years of driving history, but with a minimum of one year of driving history, a waiver may be requested.
• Preferred: IAHSS - Certification As A Security Officer Basic Certification issued by the International Association for Healthcare Security & Safety
• Preferred: Certified Healthcare Security Officer
• Preferred: Certified Advanced Healthcare Security Officer
• Preferred: Certified Healthcare Security Supervisor
• Other Requirements: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

Pay

Minimum $19.23 - Midpoint $22.12 - Maximum $25.00 per hour based on a 40-hour work week.

Schedule

Rotating shifts (days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays) as this is an essential personnel role.

Benefits

• Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options
• Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service
• Access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups
• Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System
• Voluntary retirement plans and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs
• Retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition