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University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center

Security Officer, University Police

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215


Why UT Southwestern?With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned academic medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and safety for our University and community. Ranked by Forbes as one of the Top 10 National Employers, we invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern Police Department where you'll discover teamwork, professionalism, and consistent opportunities for learning and advancement into leadership roles.Job SummaryJoin UT Southwestern as a Public Safety Officer (PSO) and help with campus security and safety. UT Southwestern is proud to start our valued Public Safety Officers at

$18/hour

with additional shift differential for nights and weekends. UT Southwestern delivers a truly superb level of performance and achievement, and we're proud to match this standard of excellence with a rich benefits package that reflects our commitment to you.Paid medical insurance and benefits effective day onePaid vacation days, sick days, and holidaysUniforms and equipment provided at no cost to the employee and free uniform cleaningLongevity pay, tuition assistance, select special holiday pay, and available overtime shiftsCareer advancement opportunities, both inside and outside of the police departmentAs a Public Safety Officer, you will provide critical services and information to students, staff, faculty, and visitors on campus while working within our supported police department. This entry-level position allows you to safeguard the people, resources, and infrastructure at UT Southwestern while growing your criminal justice background. This unique role allows you the opportunity to explore the UT Southwestern Police Department career ladder and work in many of the important critical roles in a police department. At UT Southwestern, the possibilities to advance your criminal justice career are endless.We invite you to join our team and be a key player in providing safety and security within the Dallas/Fort Worth community. Explore what a day in the life of PSO looks like at UT Southwestern by watching this video.Shift Availability6:45 AM to 3:15 PM2:45 PM to 11:15 PM10:45 PM to 7:15 AMExperience and EducationGraduation from high school, vocational school, or equivalent; no experience required.Must possess a valid Texas driver's license and be eligible to drive a University-owned and/or leased motor vehicle.Must successfully pass a thorough background investigation.Must be able to provide creditable testimony in a court of law.All offers of employment are contingent upon a verified negative drug screen.Job DutiesPatrol buildings and grounds by foot and vehicle to check for fires, water leaks, potential security and safety hazards, and general building security, reporting all irregularities, emergencies, or suspicious activity.Promptly provide emergency medical first aid and/or request other related medical services as needed.Support the crime prevention and safety mission on campus.Process found property and write reports.Provide security escort services, as needed.Respond to a variety of alarms and assist in conducting testing of emergency notification devices.Maintain traffic and crowd control for special events.Lock and unlock campus buildings and work areas.Provide customer service to the UT Southwestern community in whatever manner possible in public safety-related problems and issues.Assist police and fire personnel, as needed.Participate in ongoing, job-related training and developmental activities to stay abreast of current activities.Provide on-the-job training to co-workers, as needed.Perform other duties as assigned.This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code *51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.

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