What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at UT Health East Texas?

Overview

Join our team as a night shift, full-time, Security Officer in Tyler, TX.

Fulfilling your purpose begins here:

People First, Always. Here’s how we take care of our people:

Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more

Your team is bigger than your department:

UT Health East Texas is comprised of 10 hospitals, more than 90 clinics, nearly 7,500 employees and over 1,000 licensed inpatient beds. We provide healthcare services through our hospitals, clinics, Level 1 trauma facility, air emergency fleet and EMS service.
We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.

Responsibilities

Performs regular security patrols inside and outside of the hospital, maintaining vigilance to ensure the safety and security of hospital facilities, patients, visitors, and staff.
Projects a positive, professional demeanor while providing protection and assistance for the hospital customers and personnel.
Performs regular patrols inside and outside hospital facilities, taking notice of and correcting safety or security violations to include: unlocked doors; unsecured alarms; improperly stored valuables; suspicious persons; disturbances; smoking policy etc.
Conducts on-scene investigations of incident and accident reports including interviewing of employees and witnesses
Performs other duties as needed to include: assisting with disaster calls, fire calls, and bomb threats according to policy;
Properly utilizes and maintains all hospital vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner according to prescribed safety standards.
Provides good customer service by utilizing good communication skills and technical knowledge to ensure UTHET and departmental objectives are maintained.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two (2) to three (3) years’ experience in Law Enforcement, institutional security program, or honorable military service.
Must obtain security officer license with the Texas Board of Private Investigators and Private Security Agencies within 90 days
Must be able to qualify to carry firearms
Possess a current Texas Driver’s License
Possess current Auto Liability Insurance in accordance with Texas Law

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