DPS - THP - Capitol Security Officer - 6234

Texas Department of Public Safety; Austin (TX); In loco; USD 42.000 - 62.000; Tempo pieno

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The Texas Department of Public Safety seeks a Capitol Security Officer to perform highly complex security enforcement within the Capitol Complex. The role involves patrolling grounds, screening visitors, inspecting buildings, and coordinating with law enforcement to maintain safety.

Requires a high school diploma; 2+ years in law enforcement or related security preferred. Duties include monitoring screening equipment, CCTV, access control, and responding to emergencies.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in law enforcement, security or related military service preferred.
• Must have knowledge of TXDPS regulations and procedures.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and security software/systems.

Mansioni

• Monitor visitor screening equipment (metal detectors, x-ray) and CCTV systems.
• Operate video surveillance, access control and intrusion detection systems.
• Patrol Capitol Complex to deter violations and report incidents.
• Oversee entrance/exit of staff and visitors to maintain safety and security.
• Monitor visitors and provide escorts as directed by supervisor.
• Assist law enforcement with investigations and relay information during incidents.

Conoscenze

Patrol operations

Access control

Visitor screening

Emergency response

Formazione

High school diploma

Strumenti

CAPPS

SharePoint

CCTV

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Job Title DPS - THP - Capitol Security Officer - 6234

PLEASE NOTE: All applications must contain complete job histories, which includes job title, dates of employment, name of employer, supervisor's name and phone number and a description of duties performed. If this information is not submitted, your application may be rejected because it is incomplete. Resumes do not take the place of this required information.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Perform highly complex (senior-level) security enforcement work. Will provide proactive security enforcement to protect life and property in support of commissioned officers within the Texas State Capitol Complex. Work involves overseeing, monitoring and/or patrolling grounds; receiving visitors; inspecting and safeguarding state and court buildings, properties, and equipment. Work under limited supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

The following Military Occupational Specialty codes are generally applicable to this position.

Applicants must fully complete the summary of experience to determine if minimum qualifications are met.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Monitor and operate visitor screening equipment within the Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex, including metal detectors, magnetometers, x-ray machines, bollard systems, and electronic access pedestals.

2. Monitor and operate video surveillance, access control and intrusion detection systems assigned to the Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex.

3. Patrol the Texas State Capitol Complex for security violations, guard against theft and mischief. Acknowledge alarms and calls for service and report all information to the responding authorities. Assist when needed.

4. Oversee and authorize entrance and departures of employees, visitors, and other people to maintain safety and security of Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex.

5. Monitor visitors, ask for appropriate documents and provide visitor escorts within the Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex when directed by supervisor.

6. Observe, recognize, describe and identify suspicious people and notify DPS Monitor Rooms or DPS Communications for appropriate response(s).

7. Assist law enforcement with investigations into unauthorized access into Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex, malicious mischief or other violations.

8. Transmit, receive, and relay official messages to law enforcement officials. Respond to inquiries and/or direct appropriate parties during Texas State business hours.

9. Notify law enforcement personnel of observed criminal activity. Report rule infractions and violations; collect and share relevant security information.

10. Prevent entry of prohibited articles into restricted areas of Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex; check all bags, purses, and pockets for suspicious items at building entry screening points.

11. Inspect/adjust security systems, equipment, and machinery to ensure their operational use and detect any tampering.

12. Evaluate the security of Texas State Buildings in the Capitol Complex, ensuring that office doors and windows are secure, locks are functional and properly in place.

13. Manage operations of the access card and badge-issuing station in the Capitol, which encompasses, capturing photographs, performing data entry tasks, and attaining proficiency in utilizing the card access database.

14. Provide emergency assistance by administering first aid, facilitating evacuations, and incidents posing threats to the safety and well-being of law enforcement personnel or the public.

15. Prepare and distribute various correspondence, incident reports, logs and other documents as needed.

16. Attend work regularly and observe approved work hours in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.

17. Perform other duties as assigned.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS and REQUIREMENTS

Education - High School Diploma/equivalent required.

Experience - Minimum of two (2) years' experience in law enforcement, administrative work, security work, or associated military service is preferred, but not required.

Licensure and/or Certification - If driving is required, must possess a valid driver license from state of residence.

Regulatory Knowledge - Working knowledge of, or the ability to rapidly assimilate information related to TXDPS, State and Federal regulations, legislation, guidelines, policies and procedures.

Technology - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and appropriate levels of proficiency with utilized software and systems (e.g. CAPPS, SharePoint) and be able to learn new software/systems (e.g., CCTV, Visitor Screening Equipment, and Access Control Systems).

Interpersonal Skills - Must demonstrate an ability to exercise poise, tact, diplomacy and an ability to establish and maintain positive, working/professional relationships with internal/external customers. Must demonstrate DPS' core values: Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Teamwork.

Organizational and Prioritization Skills - Must be organized, flexible, and able to effectively prioritize in a multi-demand and constantly changing environment; able to meet multiple and sometimes conflicting deadlines without sacrificing accuracy, timeliness or professionalism.

Research and Comprehension - Must demonstrate ability to quickly and efficiently access relevant information and be able to utilize and/or present research and conclusions in a clear and concise manner.

Analytical Reasoning/Attention to Detail - Must demonstrate an ability to examine data/information, discern variations/similarities, and be able identify trends, relationships and causal factors, as well as grasp issues, draw accurate conclusions, and solve problems.

Confidentiality and Protected Information Must demonstrate an ability to responsibly handle sensitive and confidential information and situations and adhere to applicable laws/statutes/policies related to access, maintenance and dissemination of information.

Safety - Must be able to work in safe manner at all times, avoiding shortcuts that have potential adverse results/risks, and must be able to comply with safety standards and best practices.

Schedule - Availability for emergencies which may be after regular working hours.

PHYSICAL and/or ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS

The physical and environmental demands described here are representative of those encountered and/or necessary for the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Environment: Office/Indoors and/or Outdoors;
• Ambulatory skills, e.g. stand, walk, sit, reach, climb, balance, kneel, and crouch;
• Ability to speak, hear, smell/olfactory and exercise visual acuity;
• Ability to carry Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) or similar weighted objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds up flights of stairs anticipated for this position;
• Driving requirements: Low - 1 or less times/week.
  

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in the same salary group and state title as their current position will be transferred with no salary change.

A DPS employee who is selected for a position in their current salary group with a new state title may receive an increase of no more than 3.4% over their current salary regardless of posted salary.

Salary is contingent upon qualifications and is subject to salary administration and budgetary restrictions.

DUE TO THE HIGH VOLUME OF APPLICATIONS WE DO NOT ACCEPT TELEPHONE CALLS. ONLY CANDIDATES SELECTED FOR INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

State of Texas retirees may be rehired for full-time, non-commissioned positions only under very specific circumstes.