Job Details

Law Enforcement/Security

The primary location for this role is at the MD Anderson Cancer Center campus in West Houston. 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 2024-2025 rankings. It is one of the nation's original three comprehensive cancer centers designated by the National Cancer Institute.

As a Public Safety Officer, you help ensure a safe, welcoming environment so patients, families, and employees can focus on care, research, and education.

Job Highlights

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and growth opportunities
• Mission-driven work in a patient-centered environment
• Full-time schedule with potential for overtime
• Career development and specialized training in healthcare security

What You'll Do

• Provide information, directions, and assistance to patients, visitors, and staff
• Patrol campus by vehicle and on foot; monitor for suspicious activity and safety hazards
• Enforce institutional and parking regulations; issue permits and citations as needed
• Serve as a Campus Security Authority in compliance with the Clery Act

Skills & Abilities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Calm under pressure with sound judgment in emergencies
• Service-focused, reliable, and team-oriented
• Motivated to grow in public safety and healthcare security

Schedule & Work Environment

This is a full-time position. In this role, you are considered ESSENTIAL PERSONNEL. Officers work within a healthcare campus environment and may rotate across posts. Shifts may include days, evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans
• Paid time off and institutional holidays
• Tuition assistance and professional development resources
• Clear pathways for advancement within MD Anderson

Education

Required: High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience

Required: One year of relevant work experience.

Licenses

Required: Valid Class A, B or C Texas driver's license.

Certifications

Preferred: International Association for Healthcare Security and Safety (IAHSS) certification

Other

Required: Must pass pre-employment skills test as required and administered by Human Resources.

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition. This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment. 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.