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 2021-2022 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.The primary purpose of the Public Safety Officer position is to screen students, patients, staff, faculty and visitors entering the facilities of the University for proper identification. Through observation and patrol, safeguard institutional property, identify security issues and enforce institutional rules and regulations. In emergencies, facilitate the orderly evacuation of the buildings and structures.KEY FUNCTIONSPatrol Patrols university buildings and property on foot to prevent theft, vandalism or fire.Calls for Service Responds to calls for service and provides requested services in a timely manner and in accordance with policies and procedures.Screening Actively screens all persons entering university facilities; challenges persons without appropriate identification and all suspicious persons.Leadership and Training Provides team leadership, training (to include preparation of lesson plans, instruction, and distribution of educational materials for both entry and in service sessions) and ongoing professional development of Public Safety Officers. Works closely with Public Safety Supervisor to accomplish department objectives. In the absence of the Public Safety Supervisor, may be required to perform Public Safety Supervisor duties.Patrol Responsibilities and Services Patrols university buildings and property on foot to prevent theft, vandalism or fire. Responds to calls for service and provides requested services in a timely manner and in accordance with policies and procedures. Actively screens all persons entering university facilities;challenges persons without appropriate identification and all suspicious persons. Serves as a front-line contact with clients and acts as the customer's advocate to insure the efficient and effective delivery of security services.Security Meets and confers with security and access control systems management to ensure staff has a clear and thorough working knowledge of security devices and protocols. Ensures security devices are operating reliably and as intended and devices in failure are reported immediately when detected.Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience Required : Two years experience as a Public Safety Officer or related experience. With preferred education, no experience required.Valid Class A, B or C Texas driver's license. Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.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.htmlAdditional Information
Requisition ID: 170733
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Varied
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 35,360
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 43,680
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 52,000
FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: No
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes
Science Jobs: No
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