Hospital Peace Officer & Public Safety Specialist

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist is seeking a Peace Officer to provide police authority, enforce laws, and protect patients, visitors and staff across the campus. The role requires a Texas TCLEO license and experience in licensed law enforcement, with non-exempt status.

Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to incidents, maintaining reports, and safeguarding confidential information; strong communication and emergency preparedness skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language.
• Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job.
• Ability to assess and evaluate information effectively, attention to detail and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Protects the rights and property of individuals and provides law enforcement services throughout Houston Methodist.
• Responds to radio dispatches and assesses emergent situations.
• Patrols facilities, monitors access points and secures premises.
• Maintains accurate reports and completes documentation of incidents.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and staff in a respectful, service-oriented manner.

Skills

English proficiency

Customer service

HIPAA compliance

Emergency preparedness

Documentation

Multitask & prioritize

Education

Education program approved credentialing body

Tools

Microsoft Office

Webmail

Job description

Houston Methodist is seeking a Peace Officer to provide police authority, enforce laws, and protect patients, visitors and staff across the campus. The role requires a Texas TCLEO license and experience in licensed law enforcement, with non-exempt status.

Responsibilities include patrolling, responding to incidents, maintaining reports, and safeguarding confidential information; strong communication and emergency preparedness skills are essential.