Constable Security Monitor - C

Bexar County PA; Texas; Hybrid; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Bexar County Precinct 3 Office is hiring a Constable Security Monitor to screen individuals at facilities, operate metal detectors and x-ray scanners, monitor alarms, and maintain logs. The role requires strong communication, vigilance, and the ability to handle stressful situations in a public security setting.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or GED with two years of public-facing experience; TCIC/NCIC certification must be obtained within one year.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Two years’ experience dealing with the public or in a security-related role preferred.
• Knowledge of security practices and equipment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Screen individuals entering county facilities with metal detectors and x-ray scanners.
• Monitor surveillance equipment and emergency alarms; log activities.
• Control access through security doors for authorized personnel and deliveries.
• Test alarms and record results; research criminal history information as required.
• Maintain accurate logs and assist with related clerical tasks.

Skills

Verbal communication

Surveillance monitoring

Multitasking

Dealing with hostile individuals

PC and radio operation

Education

High School diploma / GED

Tools

TCIC/NCIC knowledge

Job description

## Constable Security Monitor - CApply: Bexar County Precinct 3 Office: Full time: Posted Yesterday: JR101081**Job Title**Constable Security Monitor - C**Pay Rate Min to Mid Range**$17.55 - $20.18**Time Type**Full time**Summary**Under supervision, is responsible for screening, monitoring and controlling access of all individuals and containers entering secured county facilities through designated entrances; operates metal detection, x-ray scanning and other surveillance equipment; monitors and tests emergency alarm systems; researches criminal history information; maintains activity logs; completes various clerical tasks; and performs related duties as requiredDescriptionUnder supervision, is responsible for screening, monitoring and controlling access of all individuals and containers entering secured county facilities through designated entrances; operates metal detection, x-ray scanning and other surveillance equipment; monitors and tests emergency alarm systems; researches criminal history information; maintains activity logs; completes various clerical tasks; and performs related duties as required**Duties and Responsibilities:*** Screens all individuals entering public entrances to Bexar County facilities using stationary and hand-held metal detectors and x-ray scanners* Monitors surveillance equipment and emergency alarms such as two-way radios, television (TV) camera screens, fire alarms and duress alarms* Controls Justice Center security doors to allow authorized delivery, vendor, inmate and law enforcement officer access* Performs scheduled and unscheduled tests of alarm equipment and records results* Maintains activity logs for two-way radio transmissions, officer location, prisoner movement, transport van time and mileage, deliveries, recorded surveillance VCR tapes and Courthouse and Justice Center keys* Recognizes and detects potential weapons and contraband; adjusts to rapidly fluctuating situations; multi-task* Researches defendant and suspect criminal history and driver’s license information utilizing the Texas Criminal Information Center (TCIC) and National Criminal Information Center (NCIC) computer systems* Performs related duties as required.**Minimum Qualifications****:*** Graduation from High School or a General Education Development (GED) certificate, and two (2) years’ experience dealing with the public; or an equivalent combination of education and experience* Preferred knowledge of security practices and procedures; preferred knowledge of security equipment and monitoring techniques* Skill in communicating verbally by telephone and radio; skill in monitoring multiple surveillance screens simultaneously* Ability to operate personal computer, two-way radio, handless telephone receiver, basic office equipment; ability to deal with hostile, abusive or irrational individuals; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with vendors, service providers, co-workers, other County employees and the public* Must obtain valid TCIC/NCIC Certification within one year of employment* Must secure and maintain a favorable background investigation from the Bexar County Sheriff’s Office* Must clear a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test* May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek; may work weekends, holidays and perform shift work**Working Environment and Physical Demands:*** Working conditions are primarily inside and constantly exposed to the public and occasionally exposed to potentially hostile people* Occasionally moves items weighing up to 10 pounds* Occasionally moves about the office* Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information* Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery* Positions self to perform essential functions* Must be able to remain in a stationary position* Subject to continuous periods of sitting or standing for up to eight (8) hours per day