Security Officer Armed - Security

Kingsville, TX, USA|

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Job Description

CHRISTUS Health is a faith-based, nonprofit health system that has established a reputation for compassionate care and a commitment to innovation across its diverse network of hospitals and health facilities. With a strong emphasis on holistic well-being and patient-centered services, CHRISTUS Health operates numerous hospitals and clinics across several states, providing comprehensive medical care that ranges from emergency services to specialized treatments. They are dedicated to maintaining a safe, secure, and supportive environment for patients, associates, and visitors in all their locations. The organization fosters a culture of leadership and continuous improvement, encouraging employees to grow both personally and professionally while fulfilling a shared mission of healing and hope.

The role of the Armed Security Officer at CHRISTUS Health is pivotal in maintaining the safety and security of hospital environments, patient care areas, staff, visitors, and property. This full-time position demands a uniformed individual who serves as a visible deterrent to criminal activity and ensures compliance with health system policies and legal regulations. Officers in this role are responsible for patrolling hospital premises, responding promptly to emergency situations, and managing security incidents with professionalism and discretion. They actively support crisis intervention efforts through de-escalation techniques and respond efficiently to internal and external disaster events as needed. This position requires flexibility to work various shifts and travel between facilities within the CHRISTUS network.

Armed Security Officers are expected to carry out their duties with a high level of mental alertness, excellent communication abilities, and strong decision-making skills to navigate potentially stressful or violent situations. Proficiency in handling security equipment such as digital video recorders, paging systems, and two-way radios is essential. Additionally, they must demonstrate competence in the use of handguns, handcuffs, batons, and other defensive tools following proper training and certifications. Physical fitness is critical to perform security patrols on foot, restrain individuals when necessary, and assist nursing staff with patient lifting. The position also involves administrative responsibilities, including timely and accurate incident reporting and safety hazard identification. Armed Security Officers are required to uphold the CHRISTUS dress code by wearing approved uniforms at all times and adhere rigorously to organizational and legal standards governing facility security and personal conduct.

Job Requirements

High school diploma or its equivalent
Minimum two years of armed security experience, preferably with law enforcement or healthcare security background
Verbal de-escalation training within 60 days of hire
Basic life support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire
Completion of all required pre-employment assessments including MMPI-2, CPI, PPSSR, PEI, and clinical interview
Willingness to undergo random drug screening
Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record
Ability to obtain and maintain necessary security commissions depending on state of employment
Physical fitness to perform prolonged walking, standing, restraining individuals, and assisting with lifting patients
Flexibility to work multiple shifts and travel between facilities
Proficiency in written and verbal communication
Mental alertness and ability to handle stressful situations

Job Qualifications

High school diploma or its equivalent
Minimum two years of armed security experience or honorable military service preferred
Law enforcement experience preferred
Healthcare security experience preferred
Verbal de-escalation training completed within 60 days of hire
Basic life support (BLS) certification within 60 days of hire
Successful completion of all pre-employment and post offer psychological and personality assessments
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record
For Texas positions, active Level 3 Commission with the Texas Department of Public Safety Private Security Bureau
Ability to carry a weapon after completing required training and receiving authorization from CHRISTUS Vice President of Security

Job Duties

Conducts frequent security patrols of the facilities and grounds as assigned
Responds promptly to all service requests relayed by supervisor, telephone, pass-on, e-mail, radio, cell phone and other correspondence in a courteous and expeditious manner
Takes initial information for incident reports, uses proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and submits reports timely
Enforces all rules, regulations, policies, and procedures of CHRISTUS Health and applicable laws
Assists clinical and non-clinical associates with combative patients or visitors
Demonstrates competence in operation of security systems such as Attendant Console, Paging System, security radio/dispatch, Digital Video Recorder and CCTV monitors
Promotes a safe environment by reporting safety hazards during security rounds