Peace Officer

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Location: Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital
18220 State Highway 249, Houston TX, 77070

Job Ref:: 2025-77163
Time Type:: PRN
Job Shift:: Evening
Job Type:: PRN

This is a PRN position. Required to work 12 hours per week. Days, evenings and night shift available.

At Houston Methodist, the Peace Officer position is responsible for providing police authority by enforcing federal and state laws and city ordinances, as appropriate. This position provides law enforcement services and assists in protecting the rights and property of individuals throughout Houston Methodist. The position must take and maintain control of disruptive individuals for arrest by local law enforcement. The Peace Officer position must be employed by a licensed police agency and possess a Texas Commission on Law Enforcement (T.C.O.L.E.) license, that will also serve as evidence of use of force training.

FLSA STATUS
Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

EXPERIENCE

Employed by a licensed law enforcement agency
One (1) year law enforcement experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

PO - Peace Officer - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement license (T.C.O.L.E.)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
Understand HIPAA and Patient confidentiality compliance
Demonstrates emergency preparedness knowledge
Proficient computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office software and Webmail.
Must be able to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and function calmly in stressful situations including handling of, or exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Ability to assess and evaluate information effectively, ability to identify critical issues quickly and accurately, attention to detail and proficiency in documentation

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Protects the rights and property of individuals and provides law enforcement services throughout Houston Methodist.
Actively responds to requests for personal security coverage, assistance with directions, information and guidance.
Interacts with individuals in a supportive and respectful manner creating a positive work environment and contributing to a dynamic, team-focused work unit.
Uses excellent, clear and professional communication skills to achieve mutual understanding and problem resolution, while providing the highest quality service during every patient, visitor and staff encounter.

SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Responds to all radio dispatches, answers calls and complaints and assesses and makes recommendations as needed for all emergent situations.
Performs duties in a designated fixed-post assignment.
Secures premises and individuals by patrolling facilities, monitoring surveillance cameras, monitoring access points and permitting entry as needed.

QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Accurately communicates and/or generates and completes reports by recording occurrences, information, observations, surveillance activities and conducting witness interviews.
Maintains a safe environment, following all policies and procedures for safety, hazardous material, emergency preparedness and HIPAA.
Participates in training, drills and actual events according to policies and procedures.

FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Prevents loss and damage by reporting irregularities. Facilitates policies regarding restitution, as appropriate.
Utilizes and maintains HM and department equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks. Uses resources effectively and efficiently; does not waste supplies, minimizing incidental overtime, optimizing efficiency in all areas according to department specifications.

GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assists and promotes a culture of workplace safety and proactively prevents workplace violence.
Supports Houston Methodist and department goals and offers innovative solutions through participation in department projects. Assumes responsibility for self-growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.

SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

WORK ATTIRE

Uniform: Yes
Scrubs: No
Business professional: No
Other (department approved): No

ON-CALL*

*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.

On Call* No

TRAVEL**

**Travel specifications may vary by department**

May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area No
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.

EXPERIENCE

Employed by a licensed law enforcement agency
One (1) year law enforcement experience

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required

PO - Peace Officer - State Licensure - Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation_PSV Current Texas Commission on Law Enforcement license (T.C.O.L.E.)

Company Profile:

Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital is a Magnet-recognized, not-for-profit, faith-based hospital that serves the growing Northwest Houston community. We are committed to providing quality, cost-effective health care in a compassionate environment for a full range of services, including emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics and sports medicine, comprehensive women’s services, neurology and neurosurgery, oncology, and primary and general medicine.

Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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