Armed Hospital Security Specialist

CHRISTUS Health; Winnsboro (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health is seeking an Armed Security Officer to patrol and secure hospital facilities, deter crime, and respond to emergencies. The role requires operating CCTV, paging, and security radios, while maintaining patient and staff safety across shifts and facilities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2+ years of armed security experience preferred, and completion of required training within designated timeframes.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum two years armed security experience preferred.
• Verbal de-escalation and BLS training within specified timelines.
• License/certifications and pre-employment assessments as outlined.

Responsibilities

• Patrol facilities and grounds, enforce rules, and deter crime.
• Respond to emergencies, injuries, and internal/external incidents promptly.
• Identify security trends, report findings, and recommend actions.
• Generate electronic daily activity and incident reports and emails.
• Assist clinical staff with patients/visitors as needed and maintain safety.

Skills

Security operations

De-escalation

Handgun proficiency

Two-way radios

Incident reporting

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

CCTV systems

Attendant Console

Paging System

Security radios

Job description

CHRISTUS Health is seeking an Armed Security Officer to patrol and secure hospital facilities, deter crime, and respond to emergencies. The role requires operating CCTV, paging, and security radios, while maintaining patient and staff safety across shifts and facilities.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, 2+ years of armed security experience preferred, and completion of required training within designated timeframes.