Forensic Security Officer II – Evening Shift

Health & Human Services Comm; Vernon (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission in Vernon, TX, seeks a Security Officer II to maintain a secure environment at Vernon State Hospital. You will monitor alarms and cameras, patrol grounds, verify IDs at campus gates, and respond to emergencies to protect patients, staff, and visitors.

Requires two years in security or related fields, plus CPR certification and a Texas driver license. This full-time role offers benefits and requires on-site work.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of building or premise security and surveillance equipment.
• Skills in oral and written communication, including incident reports.
• CPR certification or ability to obtain within 6 months.
• Two years of security, law enforcement, or military experience preferred.
• Twelve months in a mental health or correctional facility preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor surveillance cameras and alarms, and patrol buildings and grounds.
• Verify badges/identification at campus gate and respond to emergencies.
• Prepare timely incident and investigative reports and coordinate with management.
• Evaluate security regulations and suggest improvements.
• Participate in disaster response/COOP activation as needed.

Skills

Security knowledge

Alarm systems

Oral/written comms

CPR

Dealing with aggression

Grounds patrol

Incident reports

Calm under pressure

Job description

Health & Human Services Commission in Vernon, TX, seeks a Security Officer II to maintain a secure environment at Vernon State Hospital. You will monitor alarms and cameras, patrol grounds, verify IDs at campus gates, and respond to emergencies to protect patients, staff, and visitors.

Requires two years in security or related fields, plus CPR certification and a Texas driver license. This full-time role offers benefits and requires on-site work.