Security Officer

at  Texas Health and Human Services Commission

Date: Jan 27, 2025
Location:CARLSBAD, TX
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Functional Title: Security Officer
Job Title: Security Officer IV
Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
Department: Security
Posting Number: 2757
Closing Date: 02/10/2025
Posting Audience: Internal and External
Occupational Category: Protective Services
Salary Group: TEXAS-A-14
Salary Range: $3,500.00 - $4,594.50
Shift: Evening
Additional Shift: Days (First); Evenings (Second)
Telework: Not Applicable
Travel: Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full Time/Part Time: Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location: San Angelo State Supported Living Center
Job Location City: CARLSBAD
Job Location Address: 11640 US HWY 87 N
Other Locations: San Angelo

BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:

Come work in an environment where we truly value and respect those we serve and believe in the mission that all people can achieve a higher level of wellness and independence.
The state supported living centers serve people with intellectual and developmental disabilities who are medically fragile or who have behavioral problems. The centers provide campus-based direct services and supports at 13 centers located throughout the state. Learn About Our State Supported Living Centers
If you are looking for a place to work where you can establish a career that is filled with purpose, this is the job for you!
The Security Officer IV performs highly complex (senior-level) security services work. The Security Officer IV is the most senior Security Officer and supports the security supervisor with department goals and objectives. Work involves patrolling grounds; conducting initial investigations as needed; providing direction and/or assistance to residents, staff, and visitors. Responsibilities also include temporary switchboard duties such as answering the telephone switchboard as needed, the fire alarm system, and emergency response phone line. Works under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Performs other duties as assigned. Other duties as assigned include but are not limited to actively participating and/or serving in a supporting role to meet the agency’s obligations for disaster response and/or recovery or Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. Such participation may require an alternate shift pattern assignment and/or location

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAS):

Knowledge of the building or premises security, use of surveillance equipment, and of the rules and regulations pertaining to building admissions and exits, and of alarm devices.
Knowledge of traffic and parking regulations
Knowledge of emergency response procedures
Skill in oral and written communication, including writing incident and other investigative reports.
Ability to communicate with potentially aggressive residents, visitors, and employees.
Ability to patrol grounds, detect danger, and take appropriate action.
Physical ability to walk extensively, run occasionally, and assist in restraining during an emergency.
Ability to drive a state-vehicle.
Ability to prepare concise reports.
Ability to train others.
Ability to remain calm, reasonable, and react quickly in an emergency situation.
Skill in defusing potentially difficult situations.
Skill in monitoring and assessing situations and determining appropriate response.

REGISTRATIONS, LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS OR CERTIFICATIONS:

Must possess valid Texas driver’s license or obtain it no later than 90 days after hire date. Applicants with an out-of-state driver’s license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure. Eligible driving record required based on HHSC Fleet Management policy.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre-employment drug screen, and registry checks including the Client Abuse/Neglect Reporting System (CANRS), Nurse Aide, Medication Aide and Employee Misconduct and HHS List of Excluded Individuals/ Entities (LEIE).
Males between the ages of 18 – 25 must be registered with the Selective Service.
All State Supported Living Center Employees are subject to Random Drug Testing.
Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position. The position may be required to work overtime and/or extended hours. Must be willing to work weekends and holidays.
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age to be considered for employment at a state-operated facility.
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Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans:
Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor’s Office - Job Descriptions.

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