Lead Security Officer

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, Texa

Facility: Seton Administrative Office

Department/Specialty: Security


Schedule: Full-Time | Day

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program , counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Lead and support assigned security officers to maintain a safe environment for staff and visitors while promoting teamwork and cooperation.
• Monitor, guide, and evaluate staff performance, including reviewing reports for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
• Coordinate daily security operations by prioritizing workflow, assisting with decision-making, and addressing escalated or unresolved issues.
• Investigate, document, and manage security incidents, hazards, and safety concerns while performing regular security officer duties such as foot and vehicle patrols.
• Assist the Security Manager with staffing, planning, budgeting, and staff development, while safely operating vehicles and enforcing campus traffic and parking regulations.

What minimum requirements you'll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License credentialed from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Security Guard specializing in Weapon Permit preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency and 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree and 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Equal employment opportunity employer


Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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Responsibilities

• Lead and support assigned security officers to maintain a safe environment for staff and visitors while promoting teamwork and cooperation.
• Monitor, guide, and evaluate staff performance, including reviewing reports for accuracy, clarity, and completeness.
• Coordinate daily security operations by prioritizing workflow, assisting with decision-making, and addressing escalated or unresolved issues.
• Investigate, document, and manage security incidents, hazards, and safety concerns while performing regular security officer duties such as foot and vehicle patrols.
• Assist the Security Manager with staffing, planning, budgeting, and staff development, while safely operating vehicles and enforcing campus traffic and parking regulations.

Qualifications

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• Drivers License credentialed from the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Security Guard specializing in Weapon Permit preferred.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency and 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree and 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.