Security Officer

Methodist-Health-System; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Health System is seeking a Commissioned (Armed) Security Officer to safeguard patients, visitors and staff across its Dallas facilities. You will patrol campuses, assist with access control, provide escorts, and document security observations in clear reports.

The role requires de-escalation skills, readiness to use proportionate force when needed, and compliance with Texas licensure and CPR/Taser certifications within stated timelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Security or law enforcement experience preferred.
• Ability to stand and walk for long periods and respond quickly to incidents.

Responsibilities

• Complies with hospital policies and directives.
• Patrols campus and provides security-related assistance.
• Provides protective escorts to employees, patients, and visitors.
• Assists with access control and the locking/unlocking of doors.
• Evaluates situations and uses de-escalation techniques.
• Assists police and fire with safety activities in the assigned area.
• Greets others with respect and professional conduct.
• Subscribes to safety and reporting procedures with clear incident reports.
• Identifies and removes unauthorized persons from campus.
• Supports patient and staff safety at all times.

Skills

De-escalation techniques

Patrol operations

Access control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Metal detector equipment

Radio communication

Job description

Hours of Work :TBDDays Of Week :VariesWork Shift :8X5 Day (United States of America)Job Description :Job Description- Commissioned Security OfficerJob FamilyManagementNursingProfessional A (degreed non-clinical)Professional B (degreed clinical)Support Services A (non-degreed non-clinical)Support Services B (Non-degreed clinical)MedHealth StaffHealth ConnectJob Title:Commissioned (Armed) Security OfficerReports To:Chief of PoliceInclement Weather StatusRequired to report to workNot required to report to workJob SummaryCategory A: Employee with no patient impactCategory B: Employee with patient impactFLSA: ExemptFLSA: Non-exemptJob Purpose:Commissioned Security Officers provide for the security of patients, visitors, staff and property at Methodist Health System facilities. Officers serve as a visible deterrent to criminal activity, and may serve in both static and roving posts in and around the assigned facility. Officers identify security-related issues and recommend actions to address them. Additional duties include documenting observations and activities in well-written reports, using proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. Security officers assist staff with combative or aggressive patients, and use appropriate de-escalation techniques to stabilize volatile incidents and protect the public. Officers must be capable of using lawful and reasonable force, when necessary, to defend themselves and others. Successful officers must be able to multi-task and respond promptly and efficiently to calls for service and to address incidents that require security intervention. Security officers also respond to assist peace officers and other security personnel, when needed. Officers shall be capable of skillfully operating metal detector equipment, and in restricting the unauthorized entry of weapons or persons into secured areas of the facility.Age Specific Care Considerations:Adults: 18+ years – 35 yearsAdults: 35+ years – 65 yearsAdults: 65+ yearsChildren A: 18+ months – 3 yearsChildren B: 3+ years – 5 yearsChildren C: 5+ years – 12 yearsChildren D: 12+ years – 18 yearsInfants: 0 – 18 monthsNot applicable (category A employee)Education:High school diploma or equivalent required.Licenses and/or Certifications (Required and Preferred):Texas Class C driver’s license and insurable prior to hire; Texas Private Security Board Level II certification required upon hiring; Texas Private Security Board Level III (Commissioned, Armed) Security Officer required within 60 days of hire; CPR certification within 60 days; Taser certification within 60 days. Officers must be able to maintain required certifications on an annual basis. Must be able to successfully complete a thorough psychological evaluation.Related Work Experience and Other Skills:Security-related work experience is preferredPhysical Demands and Work Environment:Must be physically capable of standing and walking for long periods. Must be physically capable of using lawful and appropriate physical skills and abilities to defend themselves and others from unlawful aggression or resistance.Job Roles (Recommend no more than 10 job duties.)Duty 1: Complies with hospital policies and departmental directivesDuty 2: Provides protective escorts to employees, patients and visitorsDuty 3: Provides directional and wayfinding assistanceDuty 4: Evaluates situations and responds appropriately, using de-escalation techniquesDuty 5: Supports police, fire and life-safety activities in the assigned area of responsibilityDuty 6: Patrols campus, providing security-related assistance, observation, & reportingDuty 7: Identifies and removes unauthorized persons from campusDuty 8: Assists with access control and the locking and unlocking of doorsDuty 9: Greets others with respect, courtesy, and compassionDuty 10: Subscribes to the values of Methodist Health SystemOther duties as assigned.Methodist Health System is a faith-based organization with a mission to improve and save lives through compassionate, quality healthcare. For nearly a century, Dallas-based Methodist Health System has been a trusted choice for health and wellness. Named one of the fastest-growing health systems in America by Modern Healthcare, Methodist has a network of 12 hospitals (through ownership and affiliation) with nationally recognized medical services, such as a Level I Trauma Center, multi-organ transplantation, Level III Neonatal Intensive Care, neurosurgery, robotic surgical programs, oncology, gastroenterology, and orthopedics, among others. Methodist has more than two dozen clinics located throughout the region, renowned teaching programs, innovative research, and a strong commitment to the community. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we’ve earned:Great Place to Work Certified 2026-2027Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work 2025 & 2026Glassdoor’s Best Places to Work in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma 2026TIME’s Best Companies for Future Leaders 2025 & 2026Newsweek’s America’s Most Admired Workplaces 2026Glassdoor’s Best-Led Companies 2025Fortune Best Workplaces in Health Care 2025Military Friendly Gold Employer 2025Becker’s Hospital Review 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare 2025Newsweek’s Americas Greatest Workplaces 2025