What are the responsibilities and job description for the Security Officer position at UT Health East Texas?
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Security Officer in Tyler, TX.
Why Join Us?
Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better
Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.
- UT Health East Texas is comprised of 9 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.
Responsibilities
This position requires a positive, professional demeanor while providing protection and assistance for the hospital visitors and employees. Important that they take notice of safety concerns or any violations within the organization and uphold the Standard of Behaviors that are set by the organization.
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.
- Knowledge of local, state and federal laws.
- Must be able to qualify for company insurance.
- Must be able to perform the duties of a security officer to include subduing and legally detaining suspects.
- Must possess manual dexterity.
- Must use written, verbal auditory and non-verbal visual sources of information.
- Must make general decisions in the absence of specific directions.
Preferred Job Requirements:
- Some college education.
- Secondary Spanish language.