Healthcare Security Lead & Team Mentor

Houston Dose; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is looking for a Senior Security Officer to join its Public Safety team in Houston. The role includes performing advanced security duties, coordinating shift operations in the absence of supervisors, and mentoring staff as a SME.

The position emphasizes strong communication, regulatory awareness, and the ability to lead in a fast-paced healthcare setting. This is a non-exempt, full-time role supporting hospital safety and patient, visitor, and staff security.

Qualifications

• Two years security field experience
• Healthcare experience preferred
• One year of Houston Methodist Public Safety experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Mentors and trains others. Acts as a Field Training Officer (FTO) while serving as a part of the SME Team.
• Assists with the activities of assigned personnel; conducts site post inspections; conducts roll call to ensure assigned personnel are available, ready and properly prepared for duty; provides briefings for relieving supervisory personnel.
• Utilizes clear communication using professional telephone etiquette. Communicates effectively with management and coworkers on tasks, processes and procedures.
• Actively responds to requests for personal security coverage, assistance with directions, information and guidance.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent education

ICS-Incident Command System 300/400 within 6 months of hire date

Job description

Houston Methodist is looking for a Senior Security Officer to join its Public Safety team in Houston. The role includes performing advanced security duties, coordinating shift operations in the absence of supervisors, and mentoring staff as a SME.

The position emphasizes strong communication, regulatory awareness, and the ability to lead in a fast-paced healthcare setting. This is a non-exempt, full-time role supporting hospital safety and patient, visitor, and staff security.